Bank Support Worker - Oban

Affinity Trust; Oban; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Buy & sell annual leave

Wellbeing scheme

Fully funded health plan

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Pension & Life Assurance

PVG check paid by employer

Job summary

Affinity Trust is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help individuals in Oban participate in meaningful activities and daily living. You will support people to engage in hobbies, outings, and community experiences, promoting independence and confidence in their routines.

Full training is provided, including SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care as a potential progression. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are desirable; sponsorship is not available for this role.

Qualifications

• Training provided to support people with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support people to take part in activities and experiences they value.
• Help them live with confidence and independence.
• Foster daily routines, build trust and independence.
• Develop yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Support Worker: ObanRate: £13.45 per hour Hours: BankTraining: Full training provided + SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social CareDesirable: Full UK driving licence and access to a car Sponsorship: Not available

Imagine a job where you can change someone's life by doing the things you take for granted?As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you’ll play an important role each day by supporting people to take part in the activities and experiences they value, helping them to live with confidence and independence.

It might be something simple like taking a walk to the shops to get a pint of milk; or something bigger like supporting someone to visit the gym for the first time, start a new hobby, or even take a trip abroad.

We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.What truly matters is your kindness, positivity, and desire to make a difference in someone’s day.

Making a difference for those we support includes;

• Allowing people to fulfil and enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
• Building trust, connection, and independence
• Developing yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team of colleagues

Our Benefits

• Buy & sell annual leave
• Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
• Wellbeing scheme
• Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Pension & Life Assurance
• A PVG check is required (paid for by us).

Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

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