Bank Support Worker - Supported Living

Making Space; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Lancaster is looking for Bank Support Workers to assist adults in living independently. The role includes varied responsibilities from medication assistance to community access. No prior experience is required, and training will be provided. Ideal candidates should have patience and a sense of humour and align with the organization's core values. Competitive pay and benefits include flexible hours and up to 28 days of holiday per year.

Benefits

Wagestream access to wages

Lifestyle benefits and service discounts

Up to 28 days holidays

Double pay for holidays

Professional qualifications available

Career progression opportunities

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Paid Sick leave

Qualifications

• No prior industry experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Personal values should align with the company's core values.

Responsibilities

• Support adults to live independently and assist with medication and community access.
• Adapt to clients' needs with a positive approach.
• Encourage tenants to lead full and happy lives.

Skills

Patience

Sense of humour

Job description

Overview

We have an opportunity available for Bank Support Workers - Supported Living to join the team across both Millstone Court, LA1 2DH and The Reeds, LA1 5QQ based in Lancaster.

Salary: £12.60 per hour

Hours: On a bank basis, weekend work and flexible hours

About Making Space and Values

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.

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 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 our 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

• Support adults on a person-centered basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation.
• From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. You should be able to think on your feet and understand our clients' needs with a positive approach.
• We are looking for individuals whose values align with Making Space and who can help tenants live a full and happy life. Patience and a sense of humour are key qualities.

Qualifications

• No prior industry experience or specific qualifications required to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will receive on-the-job training and may have the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.
• We are seeking individuals whose personal values align with ours.

Benefits

• Wagestream – 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
• Opportunity to upskill with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and other CPD
• 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 3% employer contribution as a minimum
• 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.