Location
Meldreth, Cambridgeshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Do you want a full-time permanent job where you can make a difference in the lives of young people?
I am recruiting several
CARING and
PASSIONATE Support Workers to join a Residential Service for Young Adults with Learning Disabilities and complex needs. The service, which is located near
Royston, Cambridgeshire , and is CQC-rated
OUTSTANDING supports adults aged 18+ The service is looking for candidates with a caring nature and the ability to have fun and engage with the people they support.
Set within 14 acres the service offers a supportive living and learning environment for young adults with severe and profound learning difficulties and complex health needs. With specialist facilities and a focus on promoting independence, supporting each of our young services through the transition from education into adulthood with a focus on person-centred programmes to promote independence
***You do not need to have experience in the care sector, we can support and train you on your journey to attain your NVQ level 3 in Adults Health and Social Care***- Job Title: Support Worker
- Salary: £24,377 - £26,582 + £1500 Welcome Bonus
- Location: Near Royston, Cambridgeshire
- Hours: Full-time and Part-time hours available!
- Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits of the Support Worker role:
- The welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year of service
- 33 days holiday a year
- Full training and continued support
- The option of working overtime
- Opportunity to study for a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care which will be funded by us!
- Life assurance and pension
- Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more
- Bike to work scheme
- Perk box - access to shopping discounts
- Free Parking
- Free lunch when on shift
- Successful candidates for this role will require an enhanced DBS check - paid for by us.
- Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000
- Company sick pay
As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for the following:
- You will be working 1:1 with a resident on each shift.
- You will have the freedom to plan their day in line with their choices and wishes, enabling them to be as independent as possible, seeing them thrive and enjoy making memories
- You will be providing personal care to residents as well as supporting them in a wide range of learning, development and social activities including arts and crafts, cookery, music, gardening, swimming, shopping trips and fun social occasions.
- We are looking for proactive individuals who can demonstrate compassion, empathy, and a person-centred approach to supporting our young people.
- Ensuring the safety of the service users.
- Following care plans for each individual.
- Taking service users out into the community.
- Participating in activities such as arts, crafts, gardening and day trips.
Requirements:
- No experience is required.
- Motivated to learn and to go the extra mile
- Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence when possible
- Exceptional communication skills, empathy, and understanding
- Good interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
- An active approach to the role
Can you provide the best specialist support to the people within this service whilst inspiring them to live happy, healthy and meaningful lives whilst having a whole lot of fun?
Apply today!
Job tags
Salary
£24.38k - £26.58k per annum
