Community Support Worker - Weymouth/Dorchester

TN United Kingdom; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Community Support Worker in Weymouth and Dorchester. This rewarding role involves supporting individuals in their homes, engaging in activities, and assisting with daily living skills. With opportunities for career development, a comprehensive induction program, and access to an internal learning portal, you will make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you support. Enjoy benefits like up to 33 days of annual leave, a cycle to work scheme, and an employee referral scheme. Join a diverse team committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Up to 33 Days Annual Leave

Employee Referral Scheme (£400)

Benefits Portal with Discounts

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and supporting individuals in daily living.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow support plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living skills like cooking and cleaning.
• Promote independence through skill sharing and life knowledge.

Skills

Personal Care

Record Keeping

Adaptability

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited Qualification in Care

Tools

Internal Learning Portal

Job description

Community Support Worker - Weymouth/Dorchester

If giving back and making a difference in someone's life is rewarding to you, we would love to hear from you.

Our adult services programme is expanding within our care packages in the West region. We are seeking an independent, adaptable, and proactive individual to join our community team in Weymouth and Dorchester.

Requirements:

• Full Driving license and access to your own vehicle

We have Full Time and Part Time vacancies. You will support individuals in their homes and participate in activities such as swimming, walking groups, day trips, and holidays. You will also assist with daily living skills like cooking, cleaning, and medication routines.

You will work shifts such as 07:00 - 16:00 and 14:00 - 22:00, with alternate weekends and sleep-ins (which receive additional pay).

A support worker's day includes:

• Sharing skills and life knowledge to promote independence
• Maintaining accurate records regarding care plans, finances, appointments, and medication
• Following support plans and adapting them as needed
• Providing personal care, including hygiene prompts, bathing, and medication assistance
• Opportunities for career development and a 12-week induction program
• Possibility to complete an accredited qualification after probation
• Access to an internal learning portal for skill enhancement
• Cycle to work scheme
• Up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Employee referral scheme (£400 per successful referral)
• Benefits portal with discounts and cashback healthcare plans
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders

Our commitment:

We value diversity and welcome applications from everyone. Autism Unlimited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the individuals we support. All successful candidates will undergo disclosure and barring checks, among other employment checks. We support reasonable adjustments to assist with your application process.