Intensive Support Worker - Driver - Days

Aspirations Care Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Intensive Support Worker, where your compassion and dedication will help empower individuals facing challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide personalized support to adults with mental health issues, learning disabilities, and autism. You will engage in meaningful activities, assist with daily living tasks, and promote independence. With a comprehensive benefits package, including paid training and career progression support, this position is perfect for those looking to make a real difference in the lives of others. Be part of a team that values every colleague and strives for positive outcomes.

Benefits

Life cover up to state pension age

Access to exclusive discount scheme

24/7 GP access via Smart Health App

Flexible working with optional overtime

DBS paid for by the company

£500 referral bonus

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Paid training including CPD Accredited induction

Support for career progression

28 days paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in providing support for individuals with mental health issues.
• Ability to assist with daily tasks and encourage independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in improving their skills and abilities.
• Support with meal preparation and healthcare appointments.
• Maintain care plans and report safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Meal preparation

Record keeping

Education

Relevant care qualifications

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Intensive Support Worker - Driver

Location: Stafford

Salary: £13.27 per hour
Hours: Full-time
Shifts: Days

Please note - you must have the right to work Full Time in the UK to apply for this post.

Bring compassion to life, join our team as a Support Worker to really make a difference.

At Aspirations, we provide personalised support that leads to positive outcomes for adults who need our help most. Our goal is clear; to give those who need our support, the confidence, encouragement and independence they need enabling them to work towards a future they deserve.

Aspirations Care are looking for experienced Intensive Support Workers to join our dedicated team in our service in Stafford. The service consists of 9 individual one-bedroom bungalows, each with its own private garden!

Your shift will be filled with fun activities, social engagement, and providing one-to-one support for adults with mental health issues, learning disabilities, and autism. You will take our people out on adventures, assist with daily tasks, and encourage them to live their best lives!

At Aspirations Care, we are committed to providing personalised support that leads to positive outcomes for adults in need. Our goal is to empower individuals with confidence, encouragement, and independence to work towards a brighter future.

What will the job involve?

• Assisting our people to improve their knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Offering stimulation and motivation through conversation and social activities
• Assisting with meal preparation, cooking, and cleaning
• Booking and attending healthcare appointments with our people
• Reporting any safeguarding concerns to the management team
• Maintaining records by keeping care plans and risk assessments up to date

Aspirations Benefits Package

• 2 x salary life cover (up to individual state pension age)
• Access to Aspirations Perks, our exclusive discount scheme with discounts in supermarkets and retail stores
• Smart Health App – health and wellbeing service with 24/7 GP access for you and your family
• Optional overtime to increase your income with flexible working
• DBS paid for by Aspirations
• Refer a friend scheme with a £500 financial reward
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for advice and guidance for you and your family
• 4-week paid training including CPD Accredited induction
• Ongoing training & development including Care Certificate, apprenticeships, and specialist learning
• Support with career progression and professional development
• Paid 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension Scheme with NEST

Aspirations Care has been supporting adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and Autism since 2004. Our aim is to support and encourage individuals to achieve their full potential, regardless of challenges.

We value all colleagues, regardless of age, and offer pay above the statutory minimum for young workers. We have no set retirement age. Aspirations is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable adults we support. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Employment offers are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Please note: You must have the right to work Full Time in the UK without sponsorship to apply for this role.