Day Service Support Worker - Learning Disability

Linkage Community Trust; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A community charity organization in Grimsby is seeking a passionate Day Service Support Worker to enhance the independence skills of individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves delivering care in a respectful and empowering manner. Ideal candidates will have enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting individuals. Attractive benefits include 6 weeks of annual leave and health and wellbeing support.

Benefits

6 weeks Annual leave

Health and wellbeing support

Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Linkage Lottery cash prizes

Long Service bonus

Recommend a friend bonus

Workplace pension scheme

Employee Perks & Discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver care and support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Respect for the dignity and independence of individuals.
• Knowledge of person-centred approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to enhance independence skills.
• Ensure choices of individuals are protected.
• Facilitate access to programs meeting individual needs.

Skills

Passion for supporting individuals

Motivational skills

Enthusiasm

Job description

Position: Linkage Choices – Day Service Support Worker

Salary: £22,866 - £23,943 FTE

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 per week

Location: Weelsby Campus - Grimsby

Benefits of working for Linkage:

• 6 weeks Annual leave
• Health and wellbeing support including employment, financial and mental health via an employee assistance programme.
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card (£4.99 for 2 years’ membership)
• Linkage Lottery cash prizes
• Long Service bonus every 5 years
• Recommend a friend bonus
• Workplace pension scheme
• Linkage Employee Perks & Discounts (BHSF)

We do not hold a sponsorship license, therefore if you are looking for sponsorship we will not be able to accept or process your application.

What do we do?

Our day service (Linkage Choices) provides meaningful activities that are person‑led and designed to achieve personal goals and aspirations. We encourage all of the people we support to be as independent as possible and focus on health and well‑being. Our person‑centred approach promotes choices and empowerment and is supported through individual support plans and one‑page profiles.

About the role

We are seeking individuals who are passionate, motivated and enthusiastic to join our team in Grimsby. The successful applicants will deliver care and support to enhance the independence skills of people with learning disabilities, whilst ensuring that their choices are protected and that they have control over their own lives.

As a Support Worker, you will be expected to meet the care and support needs of the people who access our services. This will be conducted in a way that respects the dignity of the individual, promotes independence and provides choice. All of the care and support provided will be conducted in line with Linkage’s Values and Person‑Centred Approaches.

As part of your role, you will work with the people we support to successfully access programmes of activities the meet individual needs and targeted outcomes. This could include activities such as performing arts, IT, swimming, horse‑riding, socialising and so much more!

Who are we?

Linkage is a Lincolnshire & East Riding‑based charity supporting people with learning disabilities. Linkage is proud to deliver high‑quality specialist education, care, day services and employment services. Everything we do is about valuing and supporting individuals, their carers and families.

As an equal opportunities employer, Linkage Community Trust is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Linkage.

We look forward to hearing from you!