Female Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while gaining valuable experience in the care sector. With flexible working hours and comprehensive training provided, you will be equipped to support clients in their daily activities and promote greater independence. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, accredited training, and an employer pension scheme. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Accredited training

Employer contributory pension scheme

Mileage paid

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted goods and services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Refer a Friend Bonus

Recognition Initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in support roles and managing challenging behavior is essential.
• Good communication skills and flexibility in working hours are required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living tasks and promote independence.
• Encourage clients to live ordinary lives and manage their needs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Experience in support roles

Ability to manage challenging behavior

Flexibility in working hours

Awareness of care standards

Education

Experience with complex needs

Job description

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Job Details:

Full-time, Part-time, and Relief Hours Available

Drivers Preferred

Note: Due to the location of our service, drivers are preferred for this role as public transport options are limited during shift times.

Pay Rate: £12.00 per hour

This role is ideal for individuals living near Inverurie or in neighboring towns such as Westhill, Huntly, and Insch.

Shifts:

1. 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
2. 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
3. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4. 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
5. 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
6. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Sleepover shifts are also available and are paid hourly.

About the Role:

Start your career with Real Life Options and make a difference by supporting greater independence for people with learning disabilities and autism. Our Inverurie service supports individuals with daily living tasks and activities to promote independence, including medication support, mealtimes, maintaining tenancies, and social outings like parties and bingo.

The successful candidate should have experience in support roles, a positive attitude, and the ability to encourage individuals to live ordinary lives. Experience with challenging behavior and its management is essential, as some clients may exhibit verbal or physical challenges.

Flexibility in working hours is required due to the variable needs of the service. All staff are expected to work across different parts of the service.

Full training is provided, and ongoing annual competencies and training are required.

Good communication skills, initiative, and awareness of care standards and SSSC requirements are necessary. Experience with complex needs is an advantage or a willingness to learn.

An enhanced PVG check is required for this role.

Benefits and Rewards:

• Minimum of 28 days paid holiday per year, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Accredited training to develop your skills
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile up to 10,000 miles per year

Additional benefits include:

• Health Cash Plan (for full/part-time staff)
• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, helpline, legal and financial advice)
• Discounted goods and services via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Bonus (terms apply)
• Recognition Initiatives

Please check all email folders regularly, including junk mail, as initial contact is usually via email.

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to recruiting, training, and promoting the best candidates and providing a discrimination-free working environment. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities or other needs.