Independent Support Worker (Variable Hours)

Experienceguildford; Guildford, Farnham, Godalming, Egham, Camberley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Experienceguildford is seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide outreach services across Surrey. The role involves helping adults with learning disabilities, supporting independence through daily activities, and requires resilience and adaptability. Ideal candidates will have a strong ambition to make a positive impact.

Benefits

Free Blue Light Card membership

Retail discounts

Free/discounted event tickets

Workplace pension scheme

Free eye tests

Cycle2Work scheme

24-hour employee assistance program

Travel season ticket advances

Staff referral bonus scheme

AIG Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 and above.
• Hold a UK driving licence.
• Willing to undertake Enhanced DBS Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to young adults.
• Encourage and support goals set by individuals.
• Record session data and flag concerns.

Skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Ambition to help others

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 Workersare a vital part of howwe 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 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 to 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 [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: 3 days ago

halow

Carroll House, 11 Quarry Street, Guildford