Female Support Worker

SeeAbility; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Female Support Worker, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. This rewarding position involves providing daily care, building meaningful relationships, and empowering independence. You'll support activities that foster social engagement and personal growth in a nurturing environment. With a commitment to personal development and well-being, this innovative organization offers comprehensive training and a range of benefits. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and thrive in a supportive community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training

Career Progression Opportunities

Recognition & Rewards

Flexible Working Hours

Financial Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with visual impairments and autism is essential.
• Must possess a full UK manual driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, meal prep, and medication.
• Support social activities and empower independence.

Skills

Visual Impairments

Autism and Learning Disabilities

Reliable and Flexible

UK Manual Driving Licence

Job description

Join Our Team as a Female Support Worker

Location:	Maidstone, Kent
Salary:	£12.30 per hour (£14,931 prorated) plus benefits.
Hours:	22.5 hours per week, shifts vary, Monday to Sunday (on a shift rota basis).
Contract:	Part-time, permanent.
Driving Requirement:	A full UK manual driving license is essential.
Right to Work:	Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.

Essential Criteria

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:

• Visual Impairments
• Autism and Learning Disabilities
• Reliable and Flexible
• UK Manual Driving Licence Essential

About You

Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others’ lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature? If so, we want to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

As a Female Support Worker, you'll be more than just their support – you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Here's what you'll be doing:

• Daily Care & Support: Helping with personal care, meal preparation, medication, and other daily tasks.
• Building Relationships: Getting to know the people you support, understanding their needs, and helping them live life on their own terms.
• Empowering Independence: Assisting with personal goals, from daily activities to long-term aspirations, and encouraging creative exploration.
• Social Engagement: Supporting activities like holidays, social events, and hobbies, ensuring everyone can enjoy what they love doing.
• Respect & Dignity: Ensuring that individuals and their families are treated with respect, dignity, and equality.

Who you will be Supporting?

Our supported living services in Kent offer shared or self-contained accommodations for six young ladies with various disabilities, including autism. We focus on supporting people to live independently in their own homes, aiming to excel as a provider of quality care and support, with the individuals at the center of everything we do.

We support people to make choices and express their individuality. Personalisation is fundamental to our approach. Applicants must be flexible regarding working hours to meet the service needs. After training, sleep-in shifts are required (paid separately). We seek patient, understanding, proactive individuals who want to help the ladies we support thrive, learn, and become as independent as possible. The ladies enjoy activities like crafts, cooking, working, swimming, outings in London, and theme parks. We encourage social skills development. It's a rewarding environment with great people committed to making a difference.

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Why work for us?

At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being alongside the support you provide. We offer:

• Comprehensive Training: Extensive induction, face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5), leadership development, and ongoing development discussions.
• Recognition & Rewards: Awards for excellence and long service.
• Work-Life Balance: Up to 36 days of holiday, flexible working, and time off for life events.
• Financial Benefits: Monthly bonuses, discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more.
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 employee assistance, life assurance, and sick pay.
• Refer a Friend: £600 bonus for successful referrals (Support Workers to Deputy).

SeeAbility, founded in 1799, is a historic UK charity supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and sight loss. We provide person-centered supported living, residential care, eye-care services, and employment support, enabling individuals to lead ambitious lives.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safe recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we support. All employment is subject to checks, including criminal background, identity, right to work, health declarations, and references. Vetting is completed before employment begins at our expense.

Diversity

We seek to attract and retain diverse talent, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Everyone’s unique experiences are valued, and we promote an inclusive environment.