Support Worker - PBS & Autism Support

Support Worker - PBS & Autism Support- only Male

We have an exciting opportunity for a Male PBS & Autism Support worker to join our dedicated team in Maesteg, Bridgend. In this role, you will support people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community - so that they can live good lives.

You will need to hold a full UK driving license for this role.

Due to the requirements of the support provided at this service, we are looking for Male Support Workers only.

The Home situated in Maesteg, the home is 3 stories and has a flat based approach. This means each of the 4 people supported that live here have their own flats inside the home. The 4 people supported have autism, learning disabilities, diabetes, communication needs and some (not all) can display behaviours that challenge. The staff team is very experienced, knowledgeable about the people supported and supportive to new staff. The staff support the people supported to live their lives as they wish, promoting them to gain new skills and experience new activities.

About Mirus

For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.

We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them - we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community - and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

What You'll Do

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer:

• A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).

• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.

• Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts - one of the highest rates in Wales.

• A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.

• 20 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays (Your annual holiday entitlement increases by 1 day a year on the first full month after your 12 months service to maximum of 29.).

• A Cycle to Work Scheme.

• A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.

• Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.

If you want to make a difference and help people live good lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!