Independent Support Worker (Variable Hours)

Experienceguildford; Guildford, Farnham, Godalming, Egham, Camberley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering independence in adults with learning disabilities. As a Support Worker, you'll play a crucial role in empowering individuals by assisting them in their daily lives, from travel training to cooking and finding work experience. Your resilience and adaptability will shine as you work one-on-one with clients, helping them set and achieve personal goals. This role offers flexible hours, fully paid training, and a variety of benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in their community. Apply now to embark on this fulfilling journey!

Benefits

Free Blue Light Card membership

Retail discounts

Free/discounted tickets for events

Workplace pension scheme

Free eye tests

Cycle2Work scheme

24-hour employee assistance program

Travel season ticket advances

Staff referral bonus scheme

AIG Life Assurance (Post Probation)

Qualifications

• Experience in care work is desirable but not mandatory.
• Must be 18+ and have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to young adults and help them achieve their goals.
• Record session data and flag any concerns to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Care Certificate

National Vocational Qualifications

Tools

DBS Check

Driving Licence

Job description

Location: This role provides outreach services across Surrey. We are looking for Support Workers to work in areas such as Guildford, Farnham, Godalming, Egham, Camberley, Ash Vale, and the wider Surrey area.

Hours: Variable Hours contract.

Training: Fully paid training is given including the industry recognised Care Certificate, and further development opportunities are available including Positive Behaviour Support and opportunities to study for accredited National Vocational Qualifications.

Our Independent Support Workers are a vital part of how we nurture independence in adults aged 16+.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing high-quality support to our young adults and helping to plan their day-to-day lives whilst working to achieve their goals and promote their independence, whether this be supporting with independent travel training, learning to cook, or finding work experience.
• Encouraging and supporting with tasks and goals they have set for themselves.
• Recording session data and outcomes.
• Flagging up any concerns or potential for concern that you may have relating to a person we support to the appropriate personnel.

Job requirements:

• Resilience and adaptability are key as this role involves lone working on a 1:1 basis.
• Aged 18 and above.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hold a UK driving licence with access to a vehicle which can be used for organisational purposes is essential for this role. Halow reimburses business expenses at a rate of 45p per mile.
• Willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check. The initial cost of the DBS application will be paid for by Halow.

Please note, it is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (Under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for a role that requires them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e., adults at risk, children, or both).

Professional or personal experience of care work is desirable, but we also pride ourselves on a values-based approach and the main skill we are looking for is an ambition to help others. If you are an individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities living in Surrey, then we want to hear from you!

Please note we are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

You’ll get access to great benefits including:

• Free Blue Light Card membership
• Retail discounts
• Free/discounted tickets for events, gigs, and shows
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free eye tests
• Cycle2Work scheme
• 24-hour employee assistance program
• Travel season ticket advances
• Staff referral bonus scheme
• AIG Life Assurance (Post Probation)
• Access to AIG Smart Health App

Flexible, immediate start dates available. Apply today or get in touch by email [e-mail] or phone [phone] to discuss this great role. Interviews are ongoing and we reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Posted: 2 days ago

halow

Carroll House, 11 Quarry Street, Guildford