Floating Support Worker
Here for people. Here for communities. Here for you.
Make a real impact every day as a Support Worker at Hafod.
This is a floating support worker 18 hrs per week permanent post
This is a rewarding opportunity to support people aged 55 and over, including individuals living with mental health needs and physical disabilities, helping them maintain their independence, wellbeing and tenancy. You'll work closely with people both within Golau Caredig and in their own homes, providing practical, person\-centred support that empowers them to achieve their goals and live independently.
We put people first, offering great training, supportive teams and opportunities to grow your career in Support.
Please note: We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
What you’ll be doing
- Provide flexible, targeted housing\-related support to people living at Golau Caredig and within the wider community, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Support individuals with tenancy sustainment, budgeting, accessing services, education, training, employment opportunities and community engagement.
- Develop and review person\-centred support plans and risk assessments that reflect individual needs and goals.
- Work collaboratively with external agencies and partner organisations to ensure coordinated support and positive outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation while ensuring compliance with organisational policies and service requirements.
What you’ll bring
- A caring, compassionate and person\-centred approach with a genuine commitment to supporting others.
- Experience working with people who have complex needs, including mental health needs, physical disabilities or other support needs.
- Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
- Confidence working independently, managing your workload and maintaining accurate records.
- Understanding of housing, welfare benefits or community support services would be advantageous.
A qualification in Social Care or a related discipline is desirable but not essential. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who shares our values and is passionate about helping people achieve greater independence and wellbeing
Interested in applying?
Submit your application online.
We’ll review all applications and if you’re shortlisted, we’ll get in touch to arrange an interview.
Interviews will be at Golau Caredig Extra Care Scheme, Barry
If you’re successful at the end of the recruitment process, we’ll offer you the role and begin your pre\-employment checks. This includes confirming your right to work and completing an enhanced DBS check, which we’ll organise and pay for.
If you’d like some tips or advice with the recruitment process, we’ve put together some helpful guidance, here
About Homes \& Communities
Our Homes \& Communities colleagues provide a wide range of services across South Wales, supporting people throughout their housing journey. Using a person\-centred approach, we work alongside people to build confidence, improve wellbeing and help them live well in their homes. You'll be part of a collaborative, values\-led team committed to making a real difference while supporting you to learn, grow and develop your career
You’ll find more information about Homes \& Communities Extra care \- Hafod
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At Hafod, we’re a socially conscious, not for profit organisation providing housing, care and support across south Wales. Everything we do is guided by our mission, Get the basics right, connect with you, and invest for a better future. We work together to deliver services that make a real difference in our communities.
We’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they truly belong; not just included, but respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. When people feel they belong, they bring their best, and that benefits all of us.
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