Male Support Worker - Maidenhead (SL6)

Keys Children; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced DBS paid

Blue Light Card

Nest Pension

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Male Support Worker for Danes House in Maidenhead to provide day-to-day care and support for residents with learning disabilities and mental health needs.

You will promote independence, assist with daily activities, and accompany residents to appointments, while helping develop life skills and managing routine tasks. A driving license and flexibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving license required.
• Must be flexible to cover day and night shifts.
• Gender requirement due to genuine occupational need.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support and routine for residents.
• Encourage independence and assist with activities of daily living.
• Support development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.
• Assist with healthcare needs and accompany to appointments.
• Assist with budgeting, bills and shopping.
• Support with personal care and domestic tasks.
• Offer emotional and physical support.

Skills

Full UK manual driving license

Flexibility

Education

QCF qualifications

Job description

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Working Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Location:

Job Category:

Care and Support

Region:

Business Area:

Supported Living

Package Description

ROLE: MaleSupport Worker

REQUIREMENTS:Full UK Manual Driving License & Must be flexible to cover both days and nights.

Please note we require a Male Support Worker due to a genuine occupational requirement for the people we are supporting making this position exempt from the gender discrimination rule

About Danes House:

Our specialist Supported Living and Outreach service in Maidenhead, provides support for people with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health. We understand the importance of providing person-centred support that enables independence and meets each individual's needs.

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, including accompanying the people we support to routine appointments or administrating medication.
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills & shopping.
• Assisting with personal care as required.
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking.
• Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.
• 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.
• 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.
• Blue Light Card- 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
• Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Care First- We care about your well-being and that's why we're pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program. If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you - confidentially and at no cost.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Long Service Awards -It's our way of saying a heartfelt thank you for everything you do.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group:

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, and a strong sense of 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.