Adult Support Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32-37 days annual leave

Your birthday off

Blue Light Card

CPD training after one year

Double pay on Bank Holidays

Job summary

Belmont Recruitment is seeking 9 experienced Support Workers to join a client’s established supported living services across Preston and the Lancashire area. This full-time Temp-to-Perm role offers a 16-week probation period with potential for permanent appointment.

You will support adults with learning disabilities, ASD and physical disabilities in residential settings, promoting independence and active living while following individual care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, ASD and/or physical disabilities.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Access to your own transport.
• Availability to work 37.5 hours per week.
• Full and unrestricted right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on working hours.
• The ability to provide valid documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities, ASD and physical disabilities in a supported living environment.
• Promote independence and an active lifestyle.
• Assist with daily activities and community outings when needed.
• Work across different services as required.
• Ensure safety and well-being of residents.

Job description

We are currently recruiting 9 experienced Support Workers to join our client's established supported living services across Preston and the surrounding Lancashire area.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced, motivated Support Workers looking for a full-time Temp-to-Perm position, with the potential to secure a permanent role following a successful 16-week period.

Our client supports 31 adults aged 18-58 across 15 supported living services. The focus is on promoting independence, encouraging individuals to enjoy an active lifestyle and supporting them to achieve their personal goals.

The Role

You will be supporting adults with learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and physical disabilities within a supported living environment.

The individuals supported are generally active and independent, with only 4 of the 31 requiring personal care.

Activities enjoyed by the individuals include:

• Football and swimming.
• Dancing and discos.
• Gardening and walking.
• Social activities and community outings.
• Holidays in the UK and abroad.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives.

Shift Patterns:

• Day shifts: 8am-8pm.
• Night shifts: 8pm-8am.
• 37.5 hours per week.
• No sleep-in shifts.

Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to work across different supported living services depending on operational requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, ASD and/or physical disabilities.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Access to your own transport.
• Availability to work 37.5 hours per week.
• Full and unrestricted right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on working hours.
• The ability to provide valid documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK.

IMPORTANT - RIGHT TO WORK & SPONSORSHIP

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

Sponsorship is NOT available for this position, either now or in the future.

If you currently require visa sponsorship or anticipate requiring sponsorship at any point in the future, please DO NOT APPLY.

Applicants must already hold immigration status that permits unrestricted employment in the UK, with no restrictions on working hours, and must be able to provide the relevant documentation to verify their right to work.

This includes appropriate evidence of Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), settled status or another qualifying immigration status.

Applications from candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be progressed.

Benefits

• 32-37 days annual leave.
• Your birthday off.
• Blue Light Card.
• CPD training after one year.
• Double pay on Bank Holidays.

Recruitment Process

An interview will be required before commencement.

We are looking to recruit:

• 5 Day Support Workers.
• 4 Night Support Workers.