Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom
£14.24 - Per Hour
Temporary
Job Title: Learning Disability Support Worker
Location: Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF postcode area
Salary: £14.24 per hour (including holiday pay)
Employment Type: Part-time and Full-time
Job Description
We are seeking compassionate and reliable Learning Disability Support Workers to join our client’s dedicated team in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. This role involves supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, and complex needs to lead more independent lives within residential, supported living, or day services.
Key Responsibilities
As a Learning Disability Support Worker based in Barry, your daily duties will include:
- Assisting individuals with personal care, cooking, cleaning, and attending appointments
- Promoting independence and encouraging the development of life skills
- Building positive relationships with service users, their families, and team members
- Supporting residents through engaging activities such as walks, games, arts & crafts, and music sessions
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and helping individuals achieve their personal goals
- Observing, monitoring, and recording residents’ conditions to ensure safety and wellbeing
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Learning Disability Support Worker, you will need:
- At least 6 months of experience working within a social care setting
- A current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to pay for one
- The right to work in the UK
- Ability to work above 24 hours per week
- A driver’s licence, as supporting residents in the community is an essential part of the role
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.24, with regular pay reviews
- Weekly pay and holiday pay, paid either weekly or accumulated in a holiday pot
- Variety of shifts including days, nights, and sleep-ins to suit your lifestyle
- Free online and subsidised practical training (e.g., Manual Handling, PMVA)
- Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
- Access to the Vetro Mobile Booking App for shift management
- Entry into our quarterly Golden Ticket draw to win £500
- Opportunity for temp-to-perm placements
- The chance to make a meaningful difference every day
If you are a qualified Learning Disability Support Worker looking for an exciting new role in Barry, apply today!
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
