Support Worker

SeeAbility; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity seeks compassionate Support Workers to empower individuals with disabilities in Aylesbury. In this fulfilling role, you will assist with daily care, build meaningful relationships, and promote independence for those you support. Join a dedicated team that values your growth and well-being, offering comprehensive training, career progression, and a supportive work environment. If you are proactive and enjoy making a difference in others' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and ongoing development

Career progression opportunities

Recognition and rewards

Work-life balance with flexible options

Financial benefits including bonuses and discounts

Wellbeing support such as employee assistance programs

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to stay calm and resilient in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and medication.
• Building relationships and supporting individuals' independence.
• Encouraging participation in social activities and hobbies.

Skills

Visual impairment

High complex physical health needs

Autism

Mental health

Learning disabilities

Job description

Join Our Team as a Support Worker

Location:	Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Salary:	£23,985 per annum (£12.30 per hour) plus benefits
Hours:	7.00 am – 3.00 pm, 8.00 am – 4.00 pm, 1:00 pm– 9.00 pm, 2:00 pm– 10:00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis)
Contract:	Full time, Permanent
Right to Work:	Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.

Essential Criteria

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:

• Visual impairment
• High complex physical health needs
• Autism, mental health, and learning disabilities

About You

Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others' lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!

We're looking for individuals to join our team who can stay calm under pressure, who are enthusiastic, proactive, and capable of handling challenging behaviors. A manual UK driving license and comfort with driving alternative vehicles are desirable.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Support Worker, you'll be more than just providing support – you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Your responsibilities include:

• Daily Care & Support: Assisting with personal care, meal preparation, medication, and daily tasks.
• Building Relationships: Getting to know the individuals you support, understanding their needs, and helping them live independently.
• Empowering Independence: Supporting personal goals and encouraging creative exploration.
• Social Engagement: Supporting participation in activities, social events, and hobbies.
• Respect & Dignity: Treating individuals and their families with respect, dignity, and equality.

Who You Will Be Supporting

At Waterside House, we support 14 individuals with diverse disabilities, including visual impairment, autism, physical disabilities, mental health, and learning disabilities. Here are some of their interests:

• John*: Music lover, has a radio show, enjoys talking about music and weather.
• Jan*: Football fan, ukulele player, former Salvation Army band member.
• Jane*: Loves Reiki, art, animals, Coldplay, and pamper days.
• Joe*: Social, music enthusiast, and lyricist, names her wheelchair Katy Perry.
• Josh*: Independent, history enthusiast, enjoys swimming.
• Jake*: Sociable, volunteer, gym enthusiast, represented SeeAbility at Buckingham Palace.
• Jon*: Independent wheelchair user, enjoys cinema, meeting friends, skydiving.

*Please note, real names are changed to protect confidentiality.

Why Work for Us?

At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being. We offer:

• Comprehensive training and ongoing development
• Career progression opportunities
• Recognition and rewards
• Work-life balance with flexible options
• Financial benefits including bonuses and discounts
• Wellbeing support such as employee assistance programs
• Referral bonuses

Founded in 1799, SeeAbility is one of the UK's oldest disability charities, supporting people with various disabilities to live fulfilling lives.

Safer Recruitment

We conduct thorough background checks, including DBS, identity, and health assessments, to ensure safeguarding and compliance.

Diversity

We actively promote diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, recognizing that diversity drives innovation and success.