Support Worker

Corehr; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Refer a friend bonus

Cycle to work

Training and career progression

Job summary

Thera Group seeks a compassionate Support Worker to join the Thera East Anglia team. You will support adults with learning disabilities, helping them develop skills, manage daily routines, and participate in community activities.

A calm, patient approach and strong communication are essential for success in this role. Experience with epilepsy and hoist operation is required, along with a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and experience using hoists.
• Must also hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in day-to-day activities.
• Help individuals develop new skills and life goals.
• Provide personal and emotional support, including planning and managing daily routines.
• Participate in travel, activities, and community engagement as required.

Skills

Epilepsy experience

Hoist operation

Driving licence

Job description

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time & Part Time positions available

Salary: £13.10 per hour

Reference: 093293

Candidates must have experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and experience using hoists.
Must also hold a full UK driving licence

Are you looking for a new/change of career in Social Care — one with a regular monthly salary and genuine job security?

Perhaps you’ve worked in the sector before and are ready for a new challenge. Or maybe you’ve always wanted a role where you can make a real, positive difference in people’s lives.

We are proud of the work we do, the people we work with, and the training we provide to help our team thrive.

As a valued Support Worker in the Thera East Anglia region, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions.

We’re looking for compassionate, empathetic individuals with a solution-focused approach to support and empower adults with learning disabilities.

Every person you support is different, so the support you provide will vary from person to person.

Day-to-day, this could include helping someone develop new skills, offering personal and emotional support, or supporting them to plan and manage their own home. You might also help with leisure activities, employment, personal interests, or travel.

It’s a role that can be fun and rewarding, and at times challenging and demanding — often in equal measure. You could be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.

• Thera Trust is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Ourvisionis to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, 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 to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
• Access to Early Pay (T&C’s apply, excludes relief workers)

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group.

For further information or to learn more about being a support worker in Thera, contact our friendly talent team on 01476 513934 or send an email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.