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Making Space (Warrington); Preston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 days holidays (pro rata)

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Making Space is seeking a Bank Support Worker to assist people living in Lea Court, Ormskirk and Brookhouse Street, Preston, with person-centered support to live independently. The role focuses on promoting independence, managing medication support, community access, and daily tasks, with a patient, upbeat approach.

No formal qualifications are required; on-the-job training is provided, and opportunities to pursue professional qualifications are available to enhance your career in social care.

Qualifications

• No prior industry experience required.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support to adults to live independently.
• Assist with medication, access to the community and domestic tasks.
• Support clients in moving toward independent accommodation.
• Build strong relationships and understand clients' needs with a positive attitude.

Skills

Person-centered approach

Empathy

Relationship-building

Flexibility

Job description

We have an opportunity available for a Bank Support Worker join our team at Lea Court in Ormskirk (L39 1RS) and Brookhouse Street in Preston (PR2 2DD).

You will support the people who draw on our support on a person-centered basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation. Find out more about the service by click here.

Salary: £13.12 per hour

Hours: Various - on a bank basis

At Making Space we are driven by a strong set of values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of the people who draw on our support.

We live and breathe our values; Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready, every day and are looking for like-minded people to join us in making a meaningful difference in our community.

Responsibilities

Looking for a job where you can make a real difference in people's lives?

Look no further than working with us here at Making Space! As a Support Worker in Supported Living you'll be supporting adults on a person-centered basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation.

From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. That's why we're looking for someone who can think on their feet and truly understand our clients' needs with a big smile that lights up the people who draw on our support faces'.

We're not too concerned about qualifications for this role; we're more interested in your values and how you build relationships. If you're the type of person who finds joy in the little moments of life and can ensure the people who draw on our support are living a full and happy life, then we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.

We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours here at Making Space.

Benefits

We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees are receiving the very best company perks and we are always seeking out further additions.

• Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
• Electric Car Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice & National Minimum Wage regulations)
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
• Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
• Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
• Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
• We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 55p per mile travel expenses.
• We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
• Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
• Paid Sick leave

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer. We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.

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