Support Worker

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker at our Cartref Celtiadd Residential Home. 

Cartref Celtiadd is a warm, supportive residential home for adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs. We’re looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our team and help make a real difference.

Our three-bedroom detached home offers a safe and engaging environment with communal spaces, a conservatory and garden, and a jacuzzi bath. We currently support males aged 40–47 and have a ground-floor bedroom vacancy ideal for someone with mobility needs (level access throughout, though not fully wheelchair accessible).

Located in the heart of Clydach, we’re close to parks, cafés, a bird reserve and only a short drive from the Mumbles coastline, cinemas, bowling and shopping centres.

What we’ll give you

We value our team and make sure your hard work is rewarded with a fantastic benefits package, including:

• £12.21 per hour

• 21 hours per week

• Contributory pension scheme

• 24/7 confidential and supportive Employee Assistance Programme

• Paid, comprehensive learning & development opportunities (including NVQ Level 2-5 in Health & Social Care)

• Access to exclusive employee benefits and discounts on shopping, leisure and household expenses

• Generous staff referral scheme

What you’ll be doing

As a Support Worker at Cartref Celtiadd, you will:

• Support individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs

• Promote positive well-being and independence in daily life

• Be enthusiastic and engaged in the hobbies and interests of those you support

• Help maintain and develop community links through leisure and social activities

• Support personal care needs where required

Who you are

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Able to work independently and adapt to different situations

• Skilled at building strong, positive relationships

• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise tasks effectively

• Positive, flexible, and hands-on in their approach

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 35 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.

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