Support Worker

Consensus; Guildford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Support Worker, making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism. You will engage residents in activities and provide exceptional care in a supportive environment. Opportunities for career progression and comprehensive benefits await you.

Benefits

Career Ladder

Learning & Development

Life Assurance

Wage Advances

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to drive the company minibus.
• Engage individuals in meaningful activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care by understanding needs.
• Support community involvement and leisure activities.

Skills

Communication

Kindness

Education

Full UK Manual Driver's License

Job description

Consensus Support Services Job Description

Consensus is not just a care provider - we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.

Note: For this position, we require candidates to have a FULL UK MANUAL DRIVERS LICENSE and the ability to drive our company minibus.

Role:

Support Worker

Salary:

£12.61 - £12.91 per hour

Service Location:

Ophir Road, Bournemouth

Shifts:

Rotational, 37.5 hours per week

Your Benefits

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, Development, and Wellbeing in 2024. Benefits include:

• Career Ladder: Clear opportunities for progression.
• Learning & Development: Support your growth with training and qualifications.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your salary, wage advances via Wagestream, and discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: Confidential counselling, wellbeing support, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

As a Support Worker, you will be a vital asset, providing exceptional care by understanding and meeting the needs of those you support. Your responsibilities include:

• Helping individuals engage in meaningful activities and opportunities.
• Supporting community involvement, leisure, and social activities.
• Communicating effectively, considering individual communication needs.

Your Service

Ophir Road is a calm, engaging home where residents are involved in decision-making about their daily lives, including activities like swimming, gym, boat rides, trampolining, and bowling.

Your Values

Whether you're new to care or experienced, your values are crucial. We expect:

• Acting with kindness.
• Staying committed to those we support.
• Embracing creativity in our work and growth.

Next Steps

• Application submission followed by a call from our recruitment team.
• Interview at the service with the team and residents.
• If successful, we will organize your DBS check and references.
• Start with a 3-day online induction, then begin your role on-site.

At Consensus, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your perspective is valued and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.