Support Worker

Support Worker (Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available)

Bridgend, Wales
£13.45 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Full-time and Part-time contracts available | AM, PM & Sleep-in shifts

Support a young man to live life his way

At Dimensions, we're proud to support people with learning disabilities and autism to lead fulfilling lives and achieve the things that matter most to them.

We're currently recruiting for three full-time Support Workers, alongside part-time opportunities, to support a gentleman in his mid-20s in Bridgend.

If you're patient, enthusiastic, and enjoy helping people make the most of every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Who will you be supporting?

You'll be supporting a friendly young man who enjoys getting out and about and pursuing his interests. His favourite activities include:

• Watching football, especially Liverpool FC and Cardiff City FC
• Attending live football matches and watching games on television
• Going out for coffee and cake
• Enjoying meals out
• Exploring new places and discovering new walking routes
• Getting involved in community activities and social outings

He is looking for Support Workers who will share his enthusiasm for getting out and about, support his independence, and help him continue enjoying the activities he loves.

What will you be doing?

Every day is different, but your role will involve:

• Supporting a young man to live independently and safely
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, interests and community activities
• Building positive relationships and maintaining routines
• Providing emotional support and reassurance when needed
• Supporting health and wellbeing
• Promoting choice, dignity and independence
• Helping him achieve personal goals and enjoy new experiences

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being active, building meaningful relationships and making a genuine difference in someone's life.

Shift Patterns

You'll work a combination of:

• 7.00am-2.30pm
• 2.30pm-10pm
• Sleep-in shifts

Flexibility is important as support is provided across a 24-hour service.

What we're looking for

You don't need previous experience in care or support work. We provide full training and ongoing development.

We're looking for people who are:

• Compassionate and caring
• Patient and understanding
• Reliable and committed
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Confident supporting people in the community
• Passionate about helping others live great lives

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday. 
• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Apply now

• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
• As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on [phone removed].
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

• AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.
• If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place