Support Worker, Scarborough

Avalon Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

24/7 helpline

Paid mileage

Health plan

Career development

Job summary

Avalon Group is seeking caring and reliable individuals to join our Supported Living team as Support Workers in Scarborough. We offer full-time and part-time roles with varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.

A UK driving license is desirable but not essential, and in-house training helps you develop essential skills for the role. Join a mission-driven team delivering person-centered care, ensuring safety, dignity and independence for those we support.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated empathy and compassion in care settings.
• Excellent communication with clients, families and colleagues.
• Ability to work in a supportive, team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day personal care and support.
• Promote independence and daily living skills.
• Assist with finances and medication administration as required.
• Support individuals to achieve goals and lead fulfilling lives.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Employment type

Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities available

Benefits

• Award winning in-house training with opportunities to develop your career
• 24/7 Everyday Advice helpline, giving you impartial guidance regarding any personal matters or concerns you may have
• On Call support 24 hours a day
• Discounts at high street retailers and on gym memberships
• Access to our Health Cash Plan
• Paid travel expenses between consecutive sessions of support
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile
• £250 bonus for recommending a friend to become a support worker
• Paid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Certificate (which you need to be able to work in social care)

Support Worker, Scarborough

We’re Growing in Scarborough!

Join our expanding Supported Living team in Scarborough! We’re looking for caring and compassionate Support Workers to join our friendly and dedicated team within the Scarborough area. We have full-time & part-time opportunities available.

Flexibility is key for this role as our shifts are varied, meaning you may be required to work weekdays, weekends, and evenings. You will need to be able to reliably travel to the service, so a full UK Driving License is desirable, although not essential!

Make a Real Difference Every Day

At the Avalon Group, our mission is to provide inclusive and personalised support that enables people to live the life they choose.

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide vital day-to-day support, which may include:

• helping with personal care,
• Promoting independence and daily living skills,
• Assisting with finances,
• Administering medication,
• Encouraging people to achieve their goals and enjoy fulfilling lives

No two days are the same, making this a rewarding and varied career where you can genuinely make a positive difference.

No experience? Not an issue!

You don’t need previous care experience or qualifications to join us – we’re looking for kind, compassionate and reliable people who are enthusiastic about making a difference to people’s lives and delivering the highest possible quality of care. Whether you are experienced in care or are looking to start a new career, our in-house training team will ensure that you have all the additional skills you need to deliver your role with confidence. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain and develop life-long skills!

Why join the Avalon Group?

Hourly rates start at £12.77 with enhanced rates for overnight and weekend shifts. PLUS we offer paid mileage, paid training, and lots of great benefits! We are a well-established care provider, providing you with a secure role and scope to develop.

Our Benefits Include

• Award winning in-house training with opportunities to develop your career
• Access to a 24/7 Everyday Advice helpline, giving you impartial guidance regarding any personal matters or concerns you may have
• On Call support, available 24 hours a day
• Exclusive discounts at high street retailers such as Boots, M&S and Sports Direct
• Access to our Health Cash Plan
• Paid travel expenses between consecutive sessions of supportAlready an Avalon employee? You could receive a £250 bonus for recommending a friend to become a Support Worker!

#MakeWorkMeaningful

Avalon Group is committed to safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Baring Certificate check, references and Right to Work checks.

Due to the terms of our sponsorship licence, we are currently not able to accept applications from those requiring sponsorship. Please only apply if you are already a resident in the UK with no sponsorship requirements.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.