Support Worker waking nights - Digby Court (Supported Living)

Care Dorset UK; Thames Centre; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Support Worker for waking nights at Digby Court, providing essential support for adults in their own homes. This rewarding role requires compassion and strong communication skills, offering a starting pay of £13.08 per hour. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the independence and well-being of those in care with numerous benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days

Enhanced maternity pay

Occupational sick pay entitlement

Funded Blue Light discount package

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive induction

Excellent training & development opportunities

Refer a Friend Bonus up to £300 per person

Annual awards ceremony

Qualifications

• A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to help others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full driving license and access to own vehicle for work purposes

Responsibilities

• Support adults with personal care, food preparation, and household chores
• Work independently and as part of a team on various shifts

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Previous experience as a Care Assistant

Job description

Position title

Support Worker waking nights - Digby Court (Supported Living)

Description

“We are people focused. We are genuine. We have integrity. We will develop. We are a team.”

These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.

Are you passionate about helping individuals enjoy and maintain their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our new Supported Living services in Weymouth & Dorchester.

Location: Digby Court, Edward Road, Dorchester

• £13.08 per hour
• Waking nights vacancy available
• 23-hour contract available
• Fixed work patterns on a 3-week rota
• Refer a friend scheme up to £300
  
  

Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays)
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Occupational Sick pay entitlement
• Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive induction
• Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
• Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
• Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony
  
  

About The Role

Digby Court Supported Living in based Dorchester. This service allows adults who need some support to live within their own homes (fully fitted flats) without the need to move into a retirement home. Supported Living includes the benefit of support in any areas of their day-to-day lives that they require. We can support with anything from Personal Care to food preparation to household chores.

About You

Previous experience as a Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred but not essential as training and ongoing support will be provided.

• A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to help others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full driving license and access to own vehicle for work purposes is required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
  
  

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in people's lives and meet the requirements mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.

Working for Care Dorset will give you the opportunity to develop and grow. Our commitment to you - “support you in being the very best you can be” and be excited about being part of a great team. If you are passionate about people living the best life they can and supporting them with maximising life opportunities, then please contact [e-mail].

Care Dorset knows that a career in care is not for everyone – but it could be for you. Join our team and contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of those we care for. Apply now and be part of a rewarding journey towards reablement and positive change!

Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.