Learning Disabilities Support Worker

Essex Cares Limited; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

55p paid per mile tax-free

Up to 32 days annual leave

Fully paid induction and training

Annual salary reviews

Annual performance bonus

Enhanced DBS paid for by employer

Company pension - up to 6%

Healthcare support scheme

Employee loyalty scheme

Referral bonus £350

Blue Light Card access

Mental health first aiders

Professional membership reimbursements

Job summary

Essex Cares Limited is seeking Learning Disabilities Support Workers to join a dedicated team. You will deliver personalised plans to support individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism, promoting independence, social inclusion and improved quality of life in community settings.

Role involves practical, emotional and social support, personal care where needed, and travel across Essex. A driving licence and own vehicle are preferred, with full induction and ongoing support provided.

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing a high level of care and support to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills are essential.
• Empathetic and proactive approach to work.
• Willingness to provide personal care when needed.
• Able to work on your own initiative and flexibly.
• Full driving licence and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, emotional and social support to help individuals achieve outcomes.
• Support with daily living tasks, personal care, money management and independent travel.
• Deliver a personalised plan focusing on independence, social inclusion and quality of life.
• Travel across Essex to attend training, support sessions and community activities.

Skills

Empathetic approach

Exceptional listening skills

Excellent communication

Flexible working

Independent initiative

Job description

31.5 hour role - Monday 6.5 hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6 hours, Friday 7 hours

25 hour role - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 6 hours, Friday 7 hours

18.5 hour role - Monday and Tuesday 6 hours, Thursday 6.5 hours

19 hour role - Tuesday and Thursday 6.5 hours, Friday 6 hours

Full driving licence and own vehicle preferred due to travel in the local community.

Are you looking for a rewarding career and have the passion to make a difference?

Take the next step in your career and become a Learning Disabilities Support Worker with the ECL team.

We are looking for individuals who share our values and passion to make a positive difference to people's lives.

As a Learning Disabilities Support Worker, you will join a dedicated team to deliver a personalised plan to support individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism, providing a holistic service that focuses on fostering independence and self-esteem, promoting social inclusion, and enhancing quality of life for everyone who comes through our doors.

You'll be providing practical, emotional and social support to customers to help achieve their desired outcomes, from gaining qualifications, learning to manage money, travelling independently or building social skills. You will also support individuals with daily living tasks, personal care, and eating and drinking.

Curious about what it takes to be a Support Worker with ECL? Hear from the people who use our services:

About You

What we can offer you as a Learning Disabilities Support Worker:

• 55p paid per mile tax-free
• Up to 32 days annual leave a year (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Fully paid induction and training with ongoing support
• Career development opportunities with access to paid for qualifications
• Annual salary reviews
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Enhanced DBS and renewals paid for by ECL
• Company pension - Enhanced contributory NEST scheme - we contribute up to 6%
• Healthcare support scheme via Healthshield paid for by ECL
• Employee Loyalty Scheme with long service awards
• Employee referral program - £350 for referring a friend
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Mental health first aiders in every service
• Reimbursement of professional membership related to your role

To be considered as a Learning Disabilities Support Worker, youneed:

• To be passionate about providing a high level of care and support to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
• Exceptional listening and communication skills
• To possess an empathetic approach
• To be willing to provide personal care
• A proactive approach to work and be able to work on your own initiative
• To be able to work flexibly depending on the needs of the work environment
• To live by ECL's values of caring, excellence, integrity, and teamwork
• Full driving licence and own vehicle required

Previous experience in the careindustry is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.

Travel required across Essex to attend training, work at other centres, and in the community.

About Us

At ECL, we offer care and support to thousands of people to live safely and independently within their own homes and local communities in South East England.We provide high quality social care services in Essex, London Borough of Havering, London Borough of Barking & Dagenham and West Sussex aimed at wellbeing, prevention and increasing independence.

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.

Please note that while ECL does hold a visa sponsor licence, we do not currently accept direct applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship. Instead, we work with a designated third-party provider to support sponsorship arrangements. Therefore, applicants who do not already have the right to work in the UK and/or require visa sponsorship to continue working in the UK cannot be considered for this role through direct application.

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