Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bovey Tracey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their inclusive team. This role involves empowering individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives, engaging in community activities, and providing essential health support. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, resilient, and eager to learn, with a commitment to making a positive impact. Full training is provided, ensuring you are equipped to succeed in this rewarding position. Enjoy flexible working hours, guaranteed monthly salary, and numerous benefits that promote your well-being and career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave

Free nationally accredited training

Contributory pension scheme

Free enhanced DBS check

Refer a friend bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Well-being initiatives

Access to retail discounts

Employee support line

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring individual with excellent communication skills.
• No previous experience required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in achieving personal objectives.
• Deliver complex health support within a community setting.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Education

No previous experience or qualifications required

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Bovey Tracey

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, Part Time & Relief

Salary: £12.33 per hour

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential. Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa, as we cannot assist with renewal upon expiry.

Your role will involve supporting 4 individuals with a learning disability to achieve their personal objectives and deliver complex health support within a community setting in a 24-hour supported living environment. As a support worker, you will be part of an inclusive team empowered to create innovative ways to support individuals in living the lives they choose, including accessing community activities, daily living, and wellbeing support.

The ideal candidate will enjoy activities such as swimming, gardening, and sourcing new and exciting activities. You will also play a vital role in supporting individuals to maintain good relationships with their families. If you are caring, committed, and compassionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Full training, induction, and shadowing will be provided and are paid.

Requirements:

• Driving licence is essential
• This role involves working weekends and awake nights on a rota system

About Thera South West:

• We are led by people with a learning disability, making us unique
• Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society
• Using a person-centred approach, you will empower individuals with a learning disability to live the lives they choose

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required; free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident, and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with high motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident, articulate, and professional
• Keen to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and have fun!

Benefits:

• Annualised hours with guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work-life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Employee support line for you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training with opportunities for career progression
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to retail discounts, including a discounted health cash plan
• Employee council representing staff views