Band 3 Support Worker - Community Living Adult Disabilities

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare recruitment partner as a Band 3 Support Worker in Guernsey. This role offers a higher-than-UK salary, significant annual leave, and opportunities for professional development within the Adult Disabilities Services. You'll work in a supportive environment helping individuals with learning disabilities and autism.

Benefits

Higher-than-UK salary

Annual bonus of £1,605

Flat income tax rate of 20%

No Council tax or VAT

Relocation payment of £5,000

On-site staff accommodation

Generous allowance for rental accommodation

Qualifications

• At least three years' experience as a Support Worker in a Learning Disabilities setting.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification is desirable.
• Current, full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities and autism across various settings.
• Work within a dedicated Community Living team.
• Contribute to a purpose-built autism hub.

Skills

Experience in Learning Disabilities setting

Ability to work in a team

Full UK driving license

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 3 Support Worker to join the Community Living team within the Adult Disabilities Services 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. 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, and outreach. There is also a newly opened, purpose-built autism hub.

This role is specifically based within the Community Living team, with opportunities to expand your skills and experience in other areas of the service, depending on your skills and knowledge.

Please note: Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system but applies 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% for evenings and Saturdays, and 80% for Sundays and bank holidays.

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

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

Person Requirements:

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

The benefits of working in Guernsey include:

• A higher-than-UK salary.
• An annual bonus of £1,605.
• A flat income tax rate of 20%.
• 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 low crime rates.

*Full terms and conditions in the 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 our clients' needs.

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

If this role isn't suitable, remember we offer a £500 bonus for successful friend or colleague referrals.