Compassionate Support Worker (Driver) — Community Care

Rehability UK; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

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Career progression

Job summary

Rehability UK is seeking Support Workers in Dawlish to help adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs live their best lives. You will assist with daily activities, provide personal care, accompany to appointments, and support engagement in community and social activities.

We welcome driven individuals who communicate well, are willing to learn, and preferably have a valid driver's license. Training is provided, with opportunities to progress within our care teams.

Qualifications

• Excellent Communication skills and ability to adapt to individual needs.
• Experience with complex needs, mental health, autism or learning disability.
• Driver preferred or required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively to support individuals with communication needs.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene as required.
• Administer medications if needed and as directed.
• Help with meal preparation and kitchen tasks.
• Assist with cleaning, shopping, and planning daily activities.
• Support attendance at medical appointments.
• Support with social activities and community engagement.
• Work with individuals with complex needs (learning disability, mental health) as per service requirements.
• Roles may require flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.

Skills

Communication

Personal care

Medication administration

Meal preparation

Household tasks

Medical appointment support

Social activities support

Experience with complex needs

Driver

Willingness to learn

Job description

Rehability UK is seeking Support Workers in Dawlish to help adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs live their best lives. You will assist with daily activities, provide personal care, accompany to appointments, and support engagement in community and social activities.

We welcome driven individuals who communicate well, are willing to learn, and preferably have a valid driver's license. Training is provided, with opportunities to progress within our care teams.