Compassionate Support Worker for Learning Disabilities

Swanton Care and Community; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend scheme

Above and beyond rewards

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work

Pension

Life cover

Funded qualifications

Career pathways

Swanton Educates

Trained mental health first aiders

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee Voice

Job summary

Swanton Care and Community is seeking compassionate Support Worker/Carer to join our team in Middlesbrough. The role offers 36 hours per week providing practical assistance and emotional support to empower residents to achieve their goals.

You will work with people who have learning disabilities or complex care needs, following individual support plans, with training provided and a values-based culture.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting people with learning disabilities and/or complex care is preferred; training will be provided.
• Enthusiastic, compassionate and committed to respecting service users' dignity.
• Ability to support daily living skills, health needs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower people to achieve their goals.
• Promote health, well-being and respect diverse beliefs in an inclusive way.
• Facilitate social, educational or work activities and daily routines.
• Assist with housekeeping and possibly personal care.
• Complete a range of records and documents.

Job description

Swanton Care and Community is seeking compassionate Support Worker/Carer to join our team in Middlesbrough. The role offers 36 hours per week providing practical assistance and emotional support to empower residents to achieve their goals.

You will work with people who have learning disabilities or complex care needs, following individual support plans, with training provided and a values-based culture.