Female Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking passionate female support workers to assist young adults with autism and learning disabilities in a semi-independent home near Shrewsbury. The role involves personal care, promoting independence, and community engagement. Competitive hourly pay, generous benefits, and development opportunities await the right candidates.

Benefits

Competitive pay

28 days holiday in the first year

Comprehensive induction programme

Free and confidential counselling services

Long service rewards

Contributory pension scheme

Development opportunities

Refer-a-Friend Award

Birthday recognition

Access to the Blue Light Card scheme

Qualifications

• Driver with UK manual licence for at least 1 year.
• Good communication skills and able to listen.
• Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults to achieve their goals and aspirations.
• Promote independence and daily living skills.
• Engage in shared activities and community integration.

Skills

Communication

Positive Behaviour Support

IT skills

Job description

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Female only Full & Part-Time posts(37.5 hours per week)

£12.39 per hour

Plus£189 for sleep duties, this is based on 3 per month

Joining bonus £1000 (T&C's £500 on completion of probation, £500 on completion of 12 months)

Benefits of joining or team.

• Competitive pay
• High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;
• 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years service.
• Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts which means youll be fully supported to understand the role whilst getting to know the team and the people you will support
• Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family
• A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child payment, prescriptions and more
• Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service we believe our staff are our greatest asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development
• Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback
• Refer-a-Friend Award earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation.
• Birthday recognition an Amazon e-voucher every year
• Paid enhanced DBS certificate
• Access to the Blue light Card scheme that offers discounts to social care staff in a range of shops both online and on the High street

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to support young adults to reach their full potential. Ruckley supports eight young adults in a semi-independent community home, approx seven miles south of Shrewsbury. Each person has their own bedroom, bathroom and each pair shares a kitchen. There is also a large communal area used as a Hub for shared meals and activities. Ruckley supported people enjoy a wealth of activities, pub lunches, bingo, baking, drama & dancing groups, swimming, Zumba, Tae kwon do, BBQs, cycling, Nintendo and lots of other activities.

The successful candidate must be able to promote the inclusion of people with Autism, learning and physical disabilities, and to engage in the wider community.

* Personal Care is required in this service.

This is an opportunity to work within a diverse team and enhancing the lives of our supported people.

We need an energetic and enthusiastic new edition to our team, someone who is passionate.

You could be just what we are looking for!

About You:

• Driver with UK manual licence for at least 1 year and own vehicle.
• Passionate about supporting people to live a happy and fulfilled life. Support people to achieve their goals and aspirations
• Good communication skills and able to listen
• Able to work with families and communicate effectively to family members
• Promote independence and daily living skills.
• Good IT knowledge/skills/systems
• Be able to work using their own initiative and without constant supervision
• Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support
• *FEMALE ONLY

*Some of our roles require males, females, race and age specific employees only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

* WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP WITH THIS POSITION

If you would like more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling: 01743 272880