Support Worker

Active Care Group; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nest Pension

Training & development

Job summary

Active Care Group in Bexhill-on-Sea is seeking a Support Worker to assist a young client with autism and challenging behaviour, supporting him at home and in the community.

Shifts are double up with two workers on shift, and the role operates on a flexible zero-hours contract. Full UK driving licence is required to drive the client’s vehicle, and you will receive specialist training and ongoing support from the Care Manager.

Qualifications

• Personal care and daily activities support.
• Ability to guide and manage challenging behaviours.
• Good communication with client and team.

Responsibilities

• Support client with personal care, medication, and daily activities.
• Provide guidance in managing challenging behaviours and build a trusting rapport.
• Hold a full UK driving licence to drive the client's vehicle for community access.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Behaviour management

Tools

Driving license (UK)

Job description

We're looking for a Support Worker to support our young client in Bexhill-on-Sea. Our client has needs such as autism and challenging behaviour. This role offers a unique opportunity to help our young client thrive both at home and in the community. All of the shifts are double up shifts (two support workers on shift together).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the client with personal care, medication, and daily activities.
• Provide guidance in managing challenging behaviours and build a trusting, positive rapport.
• Hold a full UK drivers licence to be able to drive the client's vehicle to enable him to access the community.
• Competitive Pay: Up to £16 per hour (depending on experience) - you'll also receive an additional 14.07% holiday pay on every hour worked.
• In this role, you'll support one individual with complex needs as part of a consistent care team, with regular weekly shifts and rotas planned in advance. While the role is offered on a flexible zero-hours contract, the work is ongoing and typically provides a stable working pattern with the same client.
• Training & Development: Full specialist training course, shadow shifts, and ongoing support from our Care Manager.

Benefits:

• Nest Pension for your future
• Access to the Active Learning Hub for continuous training and personal development

Why Join Us? We believe in providing ongoing support and career development for our team. With the backing of a dedicated clinical and business leadership team, we'll help you grow and develop your career with Active Assistance. At Active Assistance we want everyone to feel welcome and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, just let us know and we'd be very happy to discuss this with you.