Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Paignton

Keys; Paignton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

DBS Paid

Career Development

Circle Wellbeing

Discount Scheme

Pension Scheme

Fair Pay

Referral Bonus

Induction Programme

Job summary

Keys Group in Paignton is seeking a Learning Disabilities Support Worker to help individuals with learning disabilities live more independently and achieve personal goals. You’ll work with residents, families and a wider team to improve quality of life and independence.

No prior sector experience is required as full training is provided; the role focuses on daily support, encouraging independence and developing life skills with individuals in our brand-new supported living service.

Qualifications

• Experience with learning disabilities is beneficial but not required.
• Full training, coaching and development provided.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day support and routine of the people we support.
• Promoting independence while helping them live a fulfilling life.
• Supporting personal skills through hobbies and interests.
• Maintaining health care needs and assisting with routine appointments or medication administration.
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills and shopping.
• Assisting with personal care as required.
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning and cooking.
• Providing guidance and emotional support.

Skills

Learning disabilities experience

Job description

Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Paignton

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Support Worker with a passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities. Join our brand-new supported living service in Paignton, where you will help people with learning disabilities live more independently and work towards their personal goals.

At Keys Group, we believe in the potential of each person we support and strive to create an environment where they can thrive. As a Support Worker, you'll work alongside the individuals we support, their families, and a wider team to help them achieve their aspirations, improve their quality of life, and develop their independence.

If you have prior experience working with people who have learning disabilities, we would love to hear from you!

As a Support Worker, you will be involved in the day-to-day support and routine of the people within the service including:

• Day-to-day support and routine of the people we support.


• Prompting independence whilst helping them live a fulfilling life.


• Supporting & encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.


• Maintaining and helping with health care needs, includingaccompanyingthe people we support to routine appointments or administrating medication.


• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills & shopping.


• Assistingwith personal care asrequired.


• Assistingwith domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking.


• Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.

Experience within the care sector is not needed as we offer full training, coaching and development

Why Join us:

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.


• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.


• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.


• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing,engagementand discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.


• Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee


• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.


• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.


• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.


• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, anda strong senseof belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

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Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Paignton

• Salary £13.45 - £14.05* per hour


• Frequency Hourly


• Job Reference Keysgroup/TP/101960/9179


• Contract Type Full Time


• Closing Date No expiry date


• Job Category Care and Support


• Business Unit Supported Living