Band 3 Adult Disabilities Support Worker

Jarrodean Healthcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a Band 3 Support Worker to join the Adult Disabilities Services team on Guernsey. This role requires a NVQ Level 3 qualification or three years' experience in a Learning Disabilities setting. The position offers competitive salary and significant benefits, including relocation support and a unique island lifestyle.

Benefits

Annual bonus of £1,605

Higher-than-UK salary

£5,000 relocation payment

On-site staff accommodation

Generous allowance for private rental accommodation

20% flat rate income tax

Qualifications

• At least three years' experience as a Support Worker in a Learning Disabilities setting.
• Right to work in the UK or Guernsey.
• Current, full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities and autism in various settings.
• Assist in residential homes, short-break services, and outreach.
• Work within the Adult Disabilities Services team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 3 Support Worker to join the Adult Disabilities Services team on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.

To note: a NVQ Level 3 qualification OR three years experience in a Learning Disabilities setting is required for this post, and we regret that employer sponsorship is not offered with any Support Worker roles.

The Service supports people with learning disabilities and autism in various settings including residential homes, a short-break service, supported living, community living, and outreach. Depending on your skills and knowledge, there may be an opportunity for you to be based in any of these teams.

Please note: Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system but has applied its own salary scales. The current Band 3 salary range is £29,348 to £34,356 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements: 40% evening/Saturday and 80% Sunday/Bank Holidays.

Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days, with full credit for NHS service for annual leave and sick leave.

The island of Guernsey, with a population of 65,000, boasts some of the British Isles' finest beaches, a mild and sunny climate, and a historic harbor town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.

Person Requirements:

• At least three years' experience as a Support Worker in a Learning Disabilities setting.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification is desirable; if not held, it will be required to be completed as part of the role.
• Right to work in the UK or Guernsey (no employer sponsorship required).
• Current, full UK driving licence.

The benefits of working in Guernsey include:

• A higher-than-UK salary.
• An annual bonus of £1,605.
• A flat rate 20% income tax.
• No Council tax or VAT.
• A relocation payment of £5,000*.
• On-site Staff Accommodation*.
• A generous allowance for private rental accommodation*.
• A continental lifestyle, with friendly people and very low crime.

*Full T&C in relocation directive.

We are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with expertise in placing Learning Disabilities staff. As a nurse-led consultancy, our understanding of such roles helps us match your skills with the requirements of our recruiting managers.

For more about Jarrodean and current roles, visit jarrodean.com.

If this role isn't for you, remember we offer a £500 bonus for successful referrals of friends or colleagues.