Support Worker – Rhos Cottage, Swansea
Full Time | £13.45–£13.75 per hour (Dependent on Experience and Qualifications) | 39 hours per week + Sleep-ins
Looking for a job where you can truly make a difference? Join our team at Rhos Cottage in Swansea and start a rewarding career as a Support Worker.
At Rhos Cottage, we support children and young people who have experienced trauma or mental health challenges. As a Support Worker, you’ll help create a safe, fun, and supportive home where young people can grow in confidence and feel valued every single day.
“Rhos Cottage is a great place to work. We have a consistent team that feels like a family. The home is warm, full of laughter, and it’s great to work with such amazing people.” – Support Worker, Priority Childcare
“I love living at Rhos and wish I could live here forever. Staff are kind and always spend time with me. We do lots of fun things outdoors whatever the weather.” – Young person in our care
What you’ll do as a Support Worker
- Support young people’s emotional and physical wellbeing, including personal care
- Be a positive role model and help young people build independence
- Join in activities like football, fishing, and outdoor adventures
- Drive young people to school, appointments, and activities
- Keep clear records and help maintain a welcoming home environment
What you’ll need to be a Support Worker
- A caring and resilient personality
- Great communication skills
- Flexibility to work shifts, evenings, and weekends
- A full UK driving licence (essential)
- The right to work in the UK with at least 12 months remaining on your visa (if applicable)
- An Enhanced DBS check – as this role involves regulated activity with children, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. We will support you through this process.
No experience? No problem. If you have the passion to support young people, we’ll give you the training you need to succeed as a Support Worker.
What you’ll get as a Support Worker
- Full training and funded QCF qualifications
- Genuine career progression (97% of managers promoted internally)
- Blue Light Card – discounts at 15,000+ UK retailers
- Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
- Health Shield Plan after probation
- Enhanced maternity and paternity after 12 months
- Wellbeing support and employee assistance
At Priority Childcare, part of Orbis Education and Care, we believe in PASSION — putting people first, supporting each other, and creating opportunities for everyone.
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