Relief support worker

Sense; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS Check

Flexible working and family friendly

Job summary

Sense is seeking a Relief Support Worker to join our Tullibardine service in Sheffield. The role offers £13/hr and involves providing 24/7 support across mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. You can choose when and where you work, gaining varied experience while helping individuals live independently.

We value enthusiasm, empathy, and a can-do attitude, with training provided as needed. Benefits include a free DBS check and flexible working policies to support families.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• Caring and empathetic approach to supporting disabled individuals.
• Willingness to attend training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living tasks and personal care.
• Assist with finances and medication as required.
• Support in community outings and social activities.

Job description

Could you be a Sense Relief (Bank) Support Worker?

At Sense, we believe everyone should have the power, choice and control to live the life they choose. We work alongside disabled people with complex needs to break down barriers, drive change and create opportunities for everyone to take part in the things that matter to them.

We now have an opportunity for a Relief Support Worker to join our services in the Tullibardine service, Sheffield, paying £13/hr.

Sense offers 24 hours support to individuals, 365 days a year. There will be a variety of shifts on offer including mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

As a Relief Support Worker you will have a choice of where and when you want to work, and will have the opportunity to gain a lot of experience by supporting individuals in a variety of different settings where no two days are the same.

Does this sound right for you?

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:

• Positive, with a can-do attitude.
• Caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.

This role might include supporting people with:

• Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Finances.
• Medication and wellbeing.
• Working.
• Going into the community for shopping or other trips.
• Their social life and nightlife.

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• Free DBS Check
• Flexible working and family friendly policies

About Sense

Sense is a leading disability charity here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.

We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.

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