Female Support Worker - March

Affinity Trust; Doddington, Chatteris; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream app

Blue light card

Simply Health

Buy and sell annual leave

Pension and Life Assurance

Job summary

Affinity Trust is seeking a part-time support worker to help three adults live independent lives in Doddington. You will provide person-centred support, help with daily activities and encourage community participation.

A full UK driving licence is required; training is provided with opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. The role offers a £12.90 per hour rate for 15 hours per week, with eligible benefits including pension, health plan, blue light card, and paid

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care provided during employment.

Responsibilities

• Adapt support to fit each person’s daily needs and preferences.
• Encourage people to make their own choices and be as independent as possible.
• Help people to do things themselves and build life skills.
• Support people to build confidence and participate in the community.
• Be understanding and allow people to take their time and pace.
• Celebrate achievements, big or small.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Location: March

Hourly rate: £12.90 per hour

Hours per week: Part time - 15 hours

Training Provided: Full training provided. Opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Required: Full UK driving licence

Sponsorship is not available for this position

Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010

Supporting people to live great lives

At Affinity Trust, we empower people to lead meaningful lives on their own terms. As a support worker, you will play a key role in promoting independence and building social connections. Your support will make a real difference in their lives.

Who will I support?

You’ll be supporting three wonderful adults who have shared a happy home together in Doddington for over 20 years. They love getting out and about in the community and enjoy activities such as discos, swimming, bowling, meals out, seaside trips, and countryside walks. Regular holidays and fun days out are a big part of what makes life enjoyable for them. Each person has their own mobility vehicle, making it easy to get around and discover new experiences together. You’ll be joining a small, friendly team that’s passionate about providing person-centred support and helping each individual live life to the fullest.

How will I make a difference?

• You will adapt your support to fit what each person needs and wants daily.
• You will encourage people to make their own choices, big and small.
• You will help people to do things themselves to be as independent as possible.
• You will support people to build confidence and life skills.
• You will support people to be a part of their community, joining local clubs and connecting with friends and family.
• You will be understanding, allowing people to take their time and do things at their own pace.
• You will celebrate people’s achievements, no matter how small they might seem to others.

What benefits will I have?

• Stream – an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.
• Blue light card – we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants.
• Simply Health – Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians and access to many more health benefits.
• Buy and sell annual leave – transfer windows open twice a year.
• Pension and Life Assurance – you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and support others in achieving their goals, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

If you are offered a role with us, you will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check.

Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate.

We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.