Part-Time Independent Living Support Worker

LiveWest Homes Limited; Penryn; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave benefits

Pension contributions

Health benefits

Learning & development

Family support

Wellbeing programs

Cycle to work

Volunteer days

Job summary

LiveWest Homes Limited is looking for a part-time Support Worker to empower individuals with diverse needs to live independently and safely within their communities. Based at Stoke House in Penryn, the role involves lone working and a 22.2-hour week on a rolling 4-week rota, Mon–Sun 8am–9pm, including bank holidays.

You will deliver person-centred support, build partnerships with agencies, and promote social and education/employment opportunities to prevent isolation and support

Qualifications

• Understand support needs and support planning.
• Experience with risk assessment and risk management.
• Excellent communication and rapport-building skills.
• Accurate record keeping and computer skills.
• Comfort with lone working and good team player.
• Flexible in working approach.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Resilient and adaptable.
• Positive attitude in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs to promote independence.
• Foster collaboration with customers, colleagues and partner agencies for comprehensive support.
• Encourage participation in social, educational and employment opportunities to reduce isolation.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain professional boundaries for safeguarding and safety.

Job description

LiveWest Homes Limited is looking for a part-time Support Worker to empower individuals with diverse needs to live independently and safely within their communities. Based at Stoke House in Penryn, the role involves lone working and a 22.2-hour week on a rolling 4-week rota, Mon–Sun 8am–9pm, including bank holidays.

You will deliver person-centred support, build partnerships with agencies, and promote social and education/employment opportunities to prevent isolation and support