Female Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Walsingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Double pay for bank holidays

Enhanced DBS

Pension contributions

Life assurance (3x salary)

Funded qualifications and apprentices

Job summary

Walsingham Support is seeking a Female Support Worker to help four adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and physical disabilities live life their way. The role involves evenings, weekends and bank holidays with one weekly sleep-in and 37.5 hours per week, based at two nearby houses.

No prior care experience is required as full training is provided and staff support is ongoing. Join a national charity that reinvests every penny into the people we support and our staff, offering

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; training provided.
• Flexible to evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support four individuals across two houses.
• Help people enjoy everyday life, make choices and take part in activities they love.
• Assist with day-to-day living and community outings.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Willingness to learn

Job description

FEMALE SUPPORT WORKER - JOIN A CHARITY THAT PUTS PEOPLE BEFORE PROFIT

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

WORKING PATTERN INCLUDES: Evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

SLEEP-INS: You will be expected to complete at least one sleep-in per week

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

ABOUT THE SERVICE

• Support four individuals across two houses close together
• Support people with learning disabilities, mental health needs and physical disabilities
• Help each person enjoy everyday life, make choices and take part in activities they love

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• The role can be challenging at times, but is also incredibly rewarding
• The people we support love getting out and about, enjoying activities and going on holidays
• You’ll help people explore their interests, try new experiences and make lasting memories

WHO THIS POSITION SUITS:

This role is for anyone who wants to make a real difference, whatever your age, background, or gender (unless the role is gender specific)

You don't need to have worked in care before if you're kind, patient, and willing to learn, we'll support you every step of the way

It could suit someone who's helped others in customer service, childcare, hospitality, teaching, or volunteering, or someone simply looking for a more meaningful job

If you're the type of person who enjoys listening, lending a hand, and helping others live life to the fullest, you'll fit right in here

NB: THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SKILLED WORKER VISA SPONSORSHIP UNDER CURRENT UK HOME OFFICE RULES, AS IT DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SALARY OR SKILL LEVEL CRITERIA

WHILST WE ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS TO OTHER ROLES, CANDIDATES WHO ALREADY HAVE A VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK THROUGH OTHER IMMIGRATION ROUTES OR PERMISSIONS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY OF Having at least two years remaining on your current visa

Be someone's everyday hero

Join Walsingham Support, a national charity that doesn't make money for shareholders every penny goes back into supporting people and our incredible staff

As a Support Worker, you'll help amazing adults with learning disabilities live life their way

No experience? No problem well give you all the training and support you need to grow

WORK SOMEWHERE AWESOME..!

One of our lovely team is moving on, so this is your chance to become part of something special and make a real difference every day as a Support Worker

WHY YOU WILL LOVE BEING A SUPPORT WORKER...

Jobs like this don't come along every day. As a Support Worker, you'll be part of a team helping people live their best lives

This isn't a boring job you'll be changing lives with care, supporting day-to-day living and joining in with activities like bowling, swimming, walks, and community outings

You don't need prior experience to join as a Support Worker

We provide all the training you'll need, along with ongoing support to help you build a career in care

BENEFITS OF BEING A SUPPORT WORKER WITH WALSINGHAM SUPPORT...

• Favourable working hours, with part-time and bank Support Worker roles available
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus
• £60 per night "sleep in" bonus available in some locations

WHY WORK WITH WALSINGHAM SUPPORT..?

Walsingham Support is a national charity, not a business. We don't make money for shareholders everything we do is reinvested into supporting the people we care for and the staff who make it happen

Since 1986, every Support Worker at Walsingham Support has played a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Our world is built on doing good, being the best place to work, and always putting people first

WE BELIEVE IN AN ACCESSIBLE AND FAIR RECRUITMENT PROCESS...

That's why you'll receive interview questions in advance, so you feel confident and ready to shine

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Our first step once you have applied, is a brief values evaluation. It highlights the qualities that matter in our work and helps both of us see whether the role is a good fit

WHY WORK FOR US

Working for Walsingham Support is a fulfilling and rewarding experience for several reasons. Here are some potential benefits of working for the charity:

• SENSE OF PURPOSE: Knowing that your efforts contribute to improving the lives of others, especially those in need, can be highly fulfilling
• MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Working for Walsingham allows you to actively contribute to positive change and make a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and communities
• PERSONAL GROWTH: Working for Walsingham can provide numerous opportunities for personal and professional development
• EMOTIONAL REWARDS: While the work can be emotionally challenging at times, many find the emotional rewards of helping others to be deeply satisfying. Witnessing positive changes in the lives of those the charity serves can be a powerful motivator
• ALIGNMENT WITH PERSONAL VALUES: If you are passionate about a social care or social issues, working for Walsingham Support will align with your values and allow you to actively contribute to addressing that issue