Relief Support Worker

Creative Support; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate Relief Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities. Responsibilities include providing personal care, facilitating community participation, and developing trusting relationships. The ideal candidate has a minimum of twelve months' experience in a similar role. Flexibility for weekend shifts is essential. Join a passionate team making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve months' experience working with individuals with learning disabilities required.
• Relevant professional qualification is desirable, warmth is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful personal care and emotional support to service users.
• Assist individuals in participating in the local community.
• Work shifts over the weekend, including waking nights.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families for coordinated care.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Person-centred approach

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Creative Support is looking for a compassionate individual to join our dedicated staff team at our Birmingham services as a Relief Support Worker.

As a member of our team, you will support people with learning disabilities in achieving their life goals and integrating into the local community. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and helping individuals achieve an excellent quality of life, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will provide respectful personal care, practical, and emotional support to our service users.
• You will assist them in participating in the local community and develop warm, trusting relationships to help them thrive.
• Flexibility is key, as you will work shifts over the weekend, including waking nights.
• Collaborating with colleagues, families, and professionals to ensure a coordinated and consistent service is an essential part of this role.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A minimum of twelve months' experience working with individuals with learning disabilities is required.
• While a relevant professional qualification is desirable, the most important qualities are warmth and a person-centred approach.

Application Details

Vacancy Reference Number: 89089

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

About the Employer

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.