Part Time Support Worker - Markfield, Leicestershire (LE67)

Affinity Trust; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Affinity Trust seeks part-time support workers in Hinckley and Bosworth to help individuals with learning disabilities embrace independence. Roles require patience and empathy to assist in daily tasks and enrich lives through meaningful interactions and activities. Training provided along with flexible benefits and a commitment to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Employee referral and reward app (Care Friends)

Access to pay as you earn (Wagestream)

Blue Light Card discounts

Fully funded health cash plans (Simply Health)

Salary reductions for home/electronics (Vivup)

Buy/sell annual leave

Pension and Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Calm, patient, and sensitive to others' feelings.
• Able to encourage independence and build meaningful connections.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily tasks.
• Encourage personal choices and foster independence.
• Engage in activities like walks or visits to favorite cafés.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Job description

Job Introduction

• Hourly rate: £12.25 per hour
• Hours per week: : Part time (22.5hours)
• Training Provided: Full training provided. Opportunities to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

For most of us, making a sandwich is a task we don’t put much thought into— gather the ingredients, put them together, and enjoy! But for some people, making a sandwich is about so much more than just food.

It’s the opportunity to embrace independence.

It’s the joy of discovering new skills.

It’s thefreedom to makepersonal choices.

It’s amazing how something like preparing a sandwich can boost confidence and help the people we support to embrace life on their own terms.Our support workers guide them to navigate daily challenges and turn these moments into opportunities for empowerment and personal growth. Every sandwich made is a victory, proving that even the smallest tasks can lead to greater independence.

We believe in support that makes a meaningful difference, because what we do matters.

Working with people with Learning Disabilities means appreciating each person’s unique journey and supporting them to do things they enjoy and can do themselves. You’ll encourage making choices, going out for drives and picnics in quiet areas—which is especially important to him—and listening to music at home.

It’s essential to be calm, patient, and sensitive to others' feelings, allowing each person to do things at their own pace. Every day brings new opportunities to enjoy activities together, whether it’s a walk in the park, a visit to a favourite café, or exploring personal interests. Your role is to inspire, support, and encourage independence while building meaningful connections and making a positive difference in their lives.

What benefits will I have?

We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:

• Care Friends - our employee referral and reward app. You’ll receive points which can be exchanged for extra money.
• Wagestream – an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.
• Blue light card – we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants.
• Simply Health - Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians and access to many more health benefits.
• Vivup – spread the cost of home and electronics items, or a bike to cycle to work through fixed salary reductions throughout the year.
• Buy and sell annual leave – transfer windows open twice a year.
• Pension and Life Assurance - you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

Ready to make a difference, one sandwich at a time? Join us in creating a world where everyone has the power to choose.

If you are offered a role with us, you will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if sufficient applications are received.

If you require any assistance to find out about current vacancies, making an application, or need any recruitment related documentation in a more accessible format please send an e-mail to: [e-mail]

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• Frequency Hourly
• Contract Type Part Time
• Closing Date 30 June, 2025
• Job Category Central
• Business Unit Operations