Female Support Worker(Bank)

Autonomy Life Limited; Upper Howsell; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive residential home in Upper Howsell seeks compassionate Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities. You'll provide personal care, lead engaging activities, and support life skills to foster independence. The role offers a competitive salary starting from £12.35 an hour and encourages applications from those with relevant experience. Weekend working is essential, and further training will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting from £12.35 an hour

Up to £300 for Employee Referrals

Access to blue light card discounts

Long service awards

24-hour confidential employee advice line

Funded qualifications

Accredited Positive Behaviour Management Training

Mandatory Training Provided

Qualifications

• Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, or similar roles.
• Ability to provide personal care with dignity.
• Genuine desire to help individuals achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities like dressing and bathing.
• Organise and participate in activities to encourage social connection.
• Help individuals build essential life skills.

Skills

Compassionate

Motivated

Team collaboration

Personal care assistance

Organise engaging activities

Monitoring health and wellbeing

Job description

At The Oaks, we create a vibrant, supportive home where individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs can truly thrive. Located in the heart of Malvern, our residential home offers a safe, nurturing environment for 8 adults to live fulfilling and empowered lives.

We're seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers to join our close-knit team. If you're driven by a genuine desire to make a positive impact and help people achieve their goals, this could be the role for you.

This role is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.

What You'll Do

• Providing Personal Care: Assist with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, and meal support, always respecting individual choice and dignity.
• Leading Engaging Activities: Organise and participate in a variety of fun and meaningful activities – from creative arts to community outings – encouraging confidence and social connection.
• Supporting Life Skills: Help individuals build essential skills in cooking, cleaning, and managing their health to foster greater independence.
• Monitoring Health & Wellbeing: Keep a close eye on physical and emotional health, promptly reporting any changes to ensure everyone remains safe and comfortable.
• Collaborating as a Team: Work alongside colleagues to develop and deliver tailored care plans that celebrate each person's unique strengths and aspirations.

What We Offer

Candidates on a dependent or graduate visa must have at least 15 months remaining on it to progress further with the recruitment process.

• Competitive salary starting from £12.35 an hour
• Receive up to £300 for Employee Referrals
• Access to blue light card discounts
• Long service awards
• 24‑hour confidential employee advice line
• Full Time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
• Funded qualifications
• Accredited Positive Behaviour Management Training
• Mandatory Training Provided

Shift Patterns

• 8am - 8pm
• Shorter shifts available
• Weekend working is essential

Applicants With Relevant Experience

You may have worked as a:

• Support Worker
• Care Assistant
• Care Worker
• Carer
• HCA
• Community Care Worker
• Domiciliary Care Worker
• Health Care Assistant
• Home Care Support Worker

Safeguarding Commitment

We prioritise the safety and well‑being of everyone who uses our services and support safe recruitment practices. It's important to share any relevant information in your application, as this helps us ensure a safe environment for all. If you have a conviction that does not pose a risk to vulnerable individuals, we are open to discussing your application further during the recruitment process.