Bank Support Worker - Residential

Making Space; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused support organization in Liverpool is seeking a Bank Support Worker dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. The role does not require prior experience or specific qualifications, as training will be provided. The organization values kindness, tailor-making support, and aims to make a positive impact on the lives of those they serve. Benefits include flexible holiday options and potential for career progression.

Benefits

Access to up to 30% of wages as you earn

Up to 28 days holidays per year, including bank holidays

Double time for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Career progression opportunities

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Align personal values with those of Making Space.
• No prior industry experience or specific qualifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and support to service users.
• Administer medication and assist with domestic tasks.
• Adjust approach to individuals' unique needs.

Job description

Overview

We have an opportunity available for a Bank Support Worker to join the team at Palmyra based in Liverpool, L22 1RD.

Salary: £12.60 per hour

Hours: Bank

At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.

Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do. Our focus on Kind Hearts is about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging. We believe that every person deserves to feel like they are a valued and respected. Tailor making is about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count. We understand that every person’s needs and circumstances are different, so we strive to provide customised support and assistance to ensure all those in our care are able to live their best lives. Dreaming Big is about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step. We believe that anything is possible when we set our minds to it and we are 100% dedicated to helping others believe in themselves too. Having Courage is about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places. We believe that our team at Making Space really do make a real change to those we serve and we must be willing to take risks and be bold in our decision making. Being ready is about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together. We know too well that life can be unpredictable but by working together and being prepared we can overcome any obstacles.

At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and we are looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.

Responsibilities

• As a Support Worker, you will embody our core values of kind hearts, tailor-making, dreaming big, having courage, and being ready. Your role involves providing exceptional care and unwavering support to service users, particularly those with learning disabilities, complex needs, and behaviour that challenges.
• You will provide personal care, administer medication and assist with domestic tasks. You will create an environment of warmth and care that makes service users feel seen and valued.
• As a tailor-made supporter, you will adjust your approach to each individual's unique needs, ensuring they receive the highest level of care possible. You will tackle challenges with unwavering determination, knowing that your presence brings comfort to those who need it most.

Qualifications

It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role.

On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.

We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours here at Making Space.

Benefits

• Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
• Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
• Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
• Investments in qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and other CPD opportunities
• Career progression: at least half of senior posts are filled internally through promotion
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses
• Colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
• Pension Scheme with a minimum 3% employer contribution
• Paid Sick leave

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.

We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.