Support Worker - Supported LivingAdults with Learning Disabilities
*Please note we do not offer support with Visa or Location Sponsorships and require the suitable candidate to be within the areas above or able to commute.
It's the smallest things that can often make the biggest difference. Here at Salisbury Support Services, we know it's our privilege and passion to care for people - supporting them to live with dignity and promoting independence as well as stimulation to their minds. We encourage our service users to access the community either independently or with support, which can include an outing for coffee, day trips tor even short holidays.
We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusion that allows for a positive environment and where you will be recognised as a equally valued member of the team with the focused goal of working together to promote safe and happy surrounding's for all who use our services.
THE ROLE
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Support Worker to join our team supporting Adults with Learning Disabilities at our Supported Living Services in Bognor Regis.
We are recruiting for a permanent full-time role of 39 hours per week and a part-time role of 28 hours per week.
Salary: £10.42 - £11.92 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
Sleep shifts are also available and are paid between £90.13 - £97.73 per shift between the hours of 9pm to 8am depending on age and your agreed hourly rate.
What your typical day would look like:
- Supporting a diverse group of learning-disabled adults with complex needs and varying levels of challenging behaviours.
- Managing those behaviours in positive ways and increasing everyday life skills with the involvement of stimulating activities.
- Supporting our service users in all aspects of daily living and personal care.
- Report writing and care planning.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Ideally you will have completed a Level 3 Qualification in Health & Social Care. We will also consider candidates who have the relevant experience for this role who are willing to complete this qualification once in post.Open-mindedness and adaptability along with great communication skills are must. You will also need the ability to direct and organise a small team of support workers.
All successful applicants must be willing to complete an Enhanced Adult DBS Check.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- Free DBS check and access to the DBS update service.
- Holiday pay and 29 day’s holiday pro-rata (includes 8 bank holidays plus an extra day’s leave for your birthday).
- Time and a half paid for bank holiday shifts.
- Flexible hours and a variety of shifts available.
- Every other weekend off with a predictable shift pattern allowing you to plan your free time.
- A contributory pension scheme.
- Access to a national retail and leisure discount scheme (Blue Light Card).
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Casual dress.
- Career development and free training provided including fully funded apprenticeship opportunities up to Level 5 in Leadership and Management giving you a clear pathway into a management role (dependent on achieving your targets).
- Refer a friend bonus of £150 on successful recruitment plus an additional £250 if they successfully pass their probationary period.
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel this role is for you, we want to hear from you!
Please contact us by completing our contact form or by calling the recruitment team on 01243 870962. We will then get in touch to discuss the role, and answer any further questions you may have.
