Female Community Support Worker

The Edmund Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking compassionate and nurturing individuals for support worker roles. In this fulfilling position, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, providing emotional support, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment. The organization values flexibility, offering both full-time and part-time opportunities with excellent pay and comprehensive training. If you have a genuine desire to help others and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Flexible rotas

22 days holiday per year

Comprehensive training

Employee awards

Employee discounts and benefits

Paid mileage

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a support or care role is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Independence

Education

Training in Health and Social Care

Tools

Hoist

Slide Sheet

Job description

Are you a supportive, nurturing and caring person looking for something new, exciting and challenging?

We want to hear from you!

At The Edmund Trust we are a charity that supports people with learning disabilities across Cambridgeshire.

As a support worker within our Community Service, you will be supporting a happy and enthusiastic man who enjoys football, playing Xbox, and Harry Potter.

Job Overview
The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in aiding and supporting him, ensuring their well-being and enhancing their quality of life. This position requires a commitment to fostering independence and dignity to the people we support.

Duties

• Assistance with daily living activities, including personal care with the use of a hoist and slide sheet, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Administering medication and the usage of PEG feed.
• Provide emotional support and companionship, promoting social interaction and engagement.
• Maintain accurate records and report any changes in their condition to the appropriate professionals.
• Collaborate and communicate with healthcare providers, family members, and other support staff.
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to health and safety regulations and protocols.

Experience

• Previous experience in a support or care role is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Full flexibility across the week. Shifts available are 08:00-20:00 with occasional sleep-in shifts.
• Full and part-time positions available.
• Full UK driving license is required.
• Due to the support required, this position is open to female applicants only, as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Why work for us?

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Flexible rotas.
• 22 days holiday per year (FTE) + Bank Holidays.
• Full, comprehensive training.
• Personal and professional development through qualifications in Health and Social Care.
• Employee awards.
• Employee discounts and benefits.
• Paid mileage (where applicable).

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you!

Please note - if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume you were unsuccessful at this time.

This post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.