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Creative Support; Wakefield Regional Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave and holidays

Birthday leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Mauve Academy training

Training allowance

Hybrid working / home setup allowance

Eye care benefits

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Creative Support is seeking warm, motivated Relief Support Workers to join our Wakefield service. You will provide person-centred care and practical support to adults with learning disabilities, helping maximise social opportunities and independence.

As Bank Staff, you can pick up shifts across the country via our app, with weekly payroll and flexible scheduling to fit around personal commitments. This role offers varied locations and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct support or care roles is beneficial.
• Ability to provide practical and emotional support with respect and dignity.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Foster social engagement and community involvement.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with service users.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Person-centered care

Job description

We are seeking warm, motivated, and person-centred Relief Support Workers to join our friendly team in Wakefield. Our service provides person-centred care and support to adults with learning disabilities, each with unique support needs. We are committed to promoting active and independent lifestyles in line with the principles of Creative Support.

In this role, you will provide practical & emotional support, including respectful personal care, for our service users. You will help in maximising social opportunities and community engagement, foster warm & trusting relationships with service users, and work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other professionals to provide a coordinated and consistent service.

As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you will have access to our free app, allowing you to pick up shifts in any area of the country. The app also provides information on the service and shifts, including directions. This position enables you to pick up shifts at times that suit you, making it ideal for fitting around personal commitments, study, or caring responsibilities. You will be paid on a weekly basis via our Bank Payroll.

Perks and Benefits Generous annual leave, plus public holidays based on location. Extra annual leave for your birthday or an alternative celebration day. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Pension plan with contributions from Mauve Group (where applicable). Opportunities for professional growth via Mauve Academy – our learning portal. Annual training allowance for career development. Hybrid working environment, with home setup allowance (where applicable). Optical benefits (£155/€180 toward eye tests, glasses, and lenses). Exciting opportunities, including domestic/international travel, team meet-ups, and company-wide events.