Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Thornbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established service in Thornbury is seeking passionate support workers for a rewarding full-time role. Join a dedicated team and help individuals develop independence while enjoying flexible hours and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. With comprehensive training, career development opportunities, and a supportive environment, this role offers a fulfilling career path. If you are driven and eager to support individuals with complex needs, this is your chance to shine in a role that truly matters.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive training package

Fully funded NVQ Level 3

Free gym membership

Costco cards

Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar adult support role is desirable.
• Must be a driver and over 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Encourage young people to engage in activities and take responsibility.
• Maintain a safe and friendly environment for residents.
• Provide personal care and support to promote independence.

Skills

Experience as a support worker

Ability to handle challenging behaviours

Passion for supporting individuals

Driving license

Education

NVQ or QCF level 3 in Adult Social Care

Job description

I have an INCREDIBLE opportunity for full-time support workers to join an established service to support people in the Thornbury area.
Supporting the people within a residential setting to develop and become independent whilst watching them learn new skills, this is an incredibly REWARDING role for the right candidate who is PASSIONATE and enjoys working hands-on. Getting paid to go for a cake or Sunday dinner is definitely a perk of the job!!

Support Worker:

• Salary: £22,620 - £24,960 (Inclusive of one sleep a week)
• Location: Thornbury
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Shift Times: Flexible
• Interviews: ASAP

The Organisation:
Founded over 20 years ago, our client has since grown its services within South Gloucestershire. The service has over 50 team members and is looking to expand its operation.
Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave, company pension scheme plus a great benefits package
• Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development
• Fully funded NVQ Level 3 in Adults Health and Social Care
• Free Gym membership
• Costco Cards
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Responsibilities of the Support Worker Role:

• To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
• To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.
• To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.
• Provide personal care when required.
• Provide support for people in the home and promote their independence and well-being.
• Maintain a safe environment for the service users.
• Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's care plan, guidelines, reward system, and preferred method of communication.
• Supporting taxing behaviours safely and sympathetically.

Requirements:

• Experience working as an adult support Worker in a similar setting is desirable.
• NVQ or QCF level 3 in Adult Social Care (desirable)
• A passion for supporting people living their lives
• You MUST be a driver as you may be required to travel between sites during shift
• You must be over the age of 18

Can you deliver an integrated approach to care and really make a difference to the people with complex needs? If this sounds like your dream role, I would love to hear from you!!