Bank Support Worker - Supported Living

Making Space Charity; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream – access up to 30% of earned wages

Health service discounts

Up to 28 days holidays per year

Double pay on Christmas and New Year’s

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading care organization based in Warrington is seeking Bank Support Workers for Supported Living. The role focuses on supporting adults to live independently, with responsibilities including medication assistance and community access. No prior experience is required as the organization offers on-the-job training and professional qualifications. The position provides various benefits including access to wages, paid leave, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• No prior industry experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Engagement in safeguarding training and compliance with checks is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support adults to live independently and assist with accessing the community.
• Provide medication assistance and help with domestic tasks.
• Work as part of a team to support tenants' happiness.

Skills

Relationship building

Empathy

Patience

Education

Willingness to undertake professional qualifications

Job description

Overview

We have an opportunity available for Bank Support Workers - Supported Living to join the team at The Academy based in Warrington WA1 2RU. As a Support Worker in Supported Living you’ll be supporting adults on a person-centered basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Support adults on a person-centered basis to live independently and move towards independent accommodation.
• Provide medication assistance, help with accessing the community, and support with domestic tasks.
• Think on your feet to understand and respond to the clients’ needs, with a focus on building empathy and a positive environment.
• Work as part of a team to ensure tenants are living a full and happy life.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Values-driven with the ability to build relationships with service users and colleagues.
• Patience and a sense of humour are key qualities.
• No prior industry experience or specific qualifications required; on-the-job training provided, with opportunities to undertake professional qualifications if desired.
• Willingness to engage in safeguarding training and comply with employment checks (DBS and references).

Benefits

• Wagestream – access up to 30% of earned wages.
• Lifestyle benefits via Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts.
• Up to 28 days holidays per year (pro rata for part-time) including bank holidays.
• Double pay on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
• Ability to buy and sell up to 2 weeks of holiday (statutory limits apply).
• Access to our learning library through our e-portal.
• Investment in qualifications (Level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin, and other CPD).
• Career progression with many senior posts filled internally.
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance, and 45p per mile travel expenses.
• Pension Scheme with 3% employer contribution as a minimum.
• Paid sick leave.

Note: Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer. You must be legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom.