Lead Support Worker

Partnersinsupport; Berkhamsted; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen im Bereich Sozialpflege sucht leidenschaftliche Lead Support Workers, die bereit sind, einen Unterschied im Leben von Menschen mit Lernbehinderungen und Autismus zu machen. Diese Rolle bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem unterstützenden Umfeld zu arbeiten, in dem Sie nicht nur Ihr Team, sondern auch die Klienten durch positive Vorbilder und individuelle Unterstützung fördern. Mit einem flexiblen Arbeitszeitmodell und der Chance auf Karriereentwicklung ist dies eine hervorragende Gelegenheit für alle, die in einem bedeutungsvollen Bereich arbeiten möchten.

Benefits

Zahlung für Schlafdienste

Bezahlter freier Tag an Ihrem Geburtstag

Bespoke Training und regelmäßige Updates

Zugriff auf Belohnungen und Rabatte

Kostenlose Costco-Karte

Mitarbeitervorteilsprogramme

Langzeitdienstpreise

Mitarbeiter des Monats

Jährliche Veranstaltungen

Mitarbeiterhilfeprogramm

Qualifications

• Mindestens 1 Jahr Erfahrung in der Unterstützung von Erwachsenen mit Lernbehinderungen.
• Engagement für die Ermächtigung von Menschen und Zusammenarbeit mit Familien.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung des Locality Managers und des Teams bei der täglichen Arbeit.
• Bereitstellung emotionaler und praktischer Unterstützung für die Klienten.

Skills

Erfahrung in der Unterstützung von Erwachsenen mit Lernbehinderungen

Engagement für die Ermächtigung von Menschen

Fähigkeit zur Zusammenarbeit mit Familien und externen Agenturen

Verantwortungsbewusstsein und Gelassenheit in schwierigen Situationen

Führerschein (UK Manual)

Job description

Lead Support Worker

Application Deadline: 27 May 2025

Department: Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Berkhamsted

Reporting To: Locality Manager

Compensation: £13.57 - £14.76 / hour

Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have a heart for supporting and empowering others to reach their full potential?

If so, we have a great opportunity for you to enjoy a rewarding career within Social Care, and we want to hear from you!

We are currently looking for full-time (37.5 hours a week) Lead Support Workers to support adults with learning disabilities and autism.

Key Responsibilities

As a Lead Support Worker, you will assist the Locality Manager by working on shifts to provide day-to-day support to the staff team. Your role will include supporting staff through supervisions, positive role modelling, team meetings, observations, and providing consistent support on a 1:1 basis.

In addition to supporting your team and manager, a major part of your role is to understand the needs of the people you support, which may include providing emotional and practical support to enable them to live their lives their way.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Minimum of 1 year's experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or Autism.
• A commitment to empowering people.
• Ability to work closely with families and outside agencies.
• Ability to take responsibility and remain calm in difficult situations.
• Willingness to work weekdays, weekends, evenings, bank holidays, and sleep-ins.
• Must have a full UK Manual driving license.

Benefits

As a Lead Support Worker with Partners in Support, you can increase your earnings through sleep-in duties, overtime, and on-call duties. These opportunities can help you earn on average* £41,000 per year, with potential for further salary increases.

What We Offer:

• From £13.57 per hour, plus £75 per sleep-in
• A paid day off on your birthday and additional days off for length of service
• Full induction and bespoke training with regular updates and opportunities for progression
• Guaranteed hours
• Access to rewards and discounts via The Care Professional Academy
• Costco card, Blue Light Discount card, & Paid DBS check
• A friendly, supportive working environment
• Long Service Awards, Employee of the Month, and yearly events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement within our ‘Outstanding’ organization

Please note: We are currently unable to accept applicants on a Tier 2 or student visa.

*Salary information is based on an analysis of actual full-time employees’ salaries for 2024-25.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and join a team that truly makes a difference in people's lives!