Job Description

Location

Coleg Cambria

Application Deadline

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Scale Point From

24,473

Scale Point To

24,962

Job Profile

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education. Having recently received a glowing Estyn inspection as well as a Gold Corporate Standard Health at Work Award, we feel this is a good start.


We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.


Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

Job Summary

Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration...

Role Title:

Care and Independence Support Worker

Location:

Northop

Contract Type:

Part-time (36 weeks per year), Permanent - 21 hours

Salary:

21,069 - 21,490 Pro Rata





Here at Coleg Cambria we are looking for a Care and Independence Support Worker to join our Learning Support team. This particular role will be based at our Northop Campus.

Overview of Role

Reporting to the Additional Learning Needs Support Coordinator (ALNSCo), the Care and Independence Support Worker will provide personal care and one to one support to students with a wide range of needs and disabilities. Using a person centred approach and in the least intrusive way, you will undertake tasks detailed in the students' care and support plan whilst maintaining good communication and developing effective working relationships. Providing regular feedback to the ALNSCo, you will assist students taking medication at the agreed level of support and maintain accurate records in respect of care and medication given.


You will assist students to dress and undress, with toileting, continence management and personal hygiene and help with preparation of food and drink; being aware of the students' choice, likes/dislikes, nutritional needs and cultural requirements. You will also be required to support the student to access learning by acting as a reader, scribe and notetake when necessary. Those who hold a First Aid at Work, Manual Handling and Administering Medication qualification, will be of distinct advantage, however this is not essential.


The start date for this role is September 2023.

Essential Requirements

NVQ Level 2 in Care Experience in Manual Handling and providing high standards of care provision Sound understanding of the principles of good care Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults Strives to meet the highest standards in customer service An effective communicator who is compassionate, patient and empathetic Flexible and approachable with a positive attitude when under pressure

Coleg Cambria is committed to raising the profile of the Welsh language.

The promotion of the welsh language is an essential part of the work we do. Applicants are welcome to submit an application in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than an application submitted in English.


Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.


Coleg Cambria is a 'Disability Confident' Employer.


The promotion of Equality and Diversity is an essential part of the work we do and as part of this, the College is committed to having a diverse staff group.


The safety of children, young people and adults identified as 'vulnerable' is paramount and Coleg Cambria is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of these individuals and to the rigorous implementation of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) procedures and arrangements. A DBS Disclosure will be requested from the successful candidate being offered the position. Depending on the role you are applying for if successful, you may also be required to register with the Education Workforce Council.


Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Benefits

Excellent Pension Scheme(s)


Generous Annual Leave Entitlement


On site nursery provision at our Deeside site


Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses


Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development


Discounted Gym Membership


Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities


Free Parking on All Sites


Cycle Scheme


Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments


Discounted Rates for Restaurants


Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave