Roles in TIFA Life
Support Worker
Pay: From £12.50 per hour | Contract: Permanent | Location: Across South Wales
As a Support Worker, you’ll help young people (16+) in supported accommodation to develop practical life skills — from budgeting and cooking to maintaining routines and achieving personal goals.
What you’ll do:
- Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
- Support daily living, education, and personal growth.
- Keep accurate records and follow care plans.
- Promote independence while maintaining safety and structure.
What we’re looking for:
- Previous experience in care or support work is preferred, but not essential.
- Compassion, patience, and good communication skills.
- A commitment to empowering young people to succeed.
Bank Support Worker
Pay: £13.50 per hour | Contract: Flexible | Location: Across South Wales
Perfect if you need flexibility or want to gain experience in the sector. Our bank team provides cover for shifts across our homes and supported living services.
What you’ll do:
- Step in to cover shifts and maintain consistency for young people.
- Support a variety of services — no two days are the same.
- Work alongside a friendly, supportive team.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in youth support, residential, or community care is preferred.
- Reliability and flexibility to work varied shifts.
- A caring attitude and strong sense of teamwork.
Key Worker (Senior Support Worker)
Pay: From £13.50 per hour | Contract: Permanent | Location: Across South Wales
As a Key Worker, you’ll take on greater responsibility — managing individual cases, supporting junior staff, and ensuring that each young person receives consistent, high-quality support.
What you’ll do:
- Take the lead on care plans for assigned young people.
- Oversee progress reviews and liaise with professionals.
- Support and guide support workers in their day-to-day roles.
- Maintain compliance and uphold safeguarding standards.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in supported living, youth support, or social care.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Leadership qualities and a person-centred approach.
Live in Support Worker
Pay: £700 per week | Rota: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off | Location: Across Wales
Live-in roles offer a rewarding way to make a lasting impact. You’ll live alongside young people in supported accommodation, providing ongoing encouragement, practical help, and emotional support.
What you’ll do:
- Be a consistent, positive presence in the home.
- Support with daily routines, education, and independent living.
- Foster a safe, nurturing environment that promotes growth.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in youth or residential support work preferred.
- Ability to manage 2-week live-in periods.
- Compassion, professionalism, and adaptability.
Accommodation and meals are provided while on duty.