Empowering Support Worker — Enable Independence & Confidence

Hft; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning training

Flexible pay options via Wagestream

Wellbeing support

Discounts on mobiles

Job summary

Hft is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to empower learning disabled adults to live life their way. You will stand alongside individuals to promote independence, participate in activities, and ensure health and wellbeing with respectful, person-centred support.

As part of a warm, inclusive team, you’ll help with daily living, attend health appointments, and maintain safeguarding standards while welcoming opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Patience, respect for people’s choices
• Willingness to learn and work towards a Health and Social Care qualification
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, waking and sleep-in shifts

Responsibilities

• Enable people to make their own choices and live life in a way that feels right for them
• Encourage participation in social, leisure, work, and community activities that bring connection and enjoyment
• Promote health, safety, and wellbeing while respecting people’s decisions
• Support people to attend health appointments and manage medication confidently
• Build independence step by step, so people gain new skills and self-belief
• Stand alongside people to manage daily life with confidence, including personal care when needed
• Keep accurate records and follow safeguarding practices to ensure everyone is safe and supported

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Education

Willingness to study Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Hft is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to empower learning disabled adults to live life their way. You will stand alongside individuals to promote independence, participate in activities, and ensure health and wellbeing with respectful, person-centred support.

As part of a warm, inclusive team, you’ll help with daily living, attend health appointments, and maintain safeguarding standards while welcoming opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.