Package Description

JOB ROLE: Support Worker

LOCATION: Roles available in Newport - NP19 & NP20

SALARY: £13.45 - £14.05* per hour

HOURS: 35 hours per week

Due to continued growth within our EPIC team we are seeking full-time Support Workers to join our teams across Ty Newydd, Woodside Cottage & Summerhill Avenue, both based in Newport.

Our supportive teams help to deliver outstanding care and support to the people we support. We offer sector leading training and coaching to help their staff level up and further there career by learning new key skills, gaining a variety of excellent qualifications which can led to a vast number of progression opportunities within the social care sector.

Many of our Regional and Service Managers joined us as Support Workers and through ongoing training and coaching they are continuing to move further up the accomplish ladder!

As a Support Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including:

• Support residents in maintaining and developing independence through daily activities and encouraging personal growth.
• Promote engagement in hobbies, interests, and life skills development, such as budgeting, shopping, and paying bills.
• Assist with healthcare needs, including accompanying residents to medical appointments and supporting with medication administration.
• Provide assistance with personal care (depending on individual needs), including help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Support with domestic duties, including cleaning and preparing meals to create a comfortable, homely atmosphere.

Why join us:

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• ⁠Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• ⁠Blue Light Card - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• ⁠Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Care First - We care about your well-being and that's why we're pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program. If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you - confidentially and at no cost.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Long Service Awards - It's our way of saying a heartfelt thank you for everything you do.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - You could save up to 42% on a brand-new bike and accessories.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group:

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing. 

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependent on qualifications & experience

AGH

Keys Group