Support Worker

Ability Housing Association; Dorking; On-site; GBP 26,508 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Company healthcare scheme

30 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Mileage allowance

Occupational Sick Pay

Job summary

Ability Housing Association is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs live independently at Pound House, Dorking. You will provide daily living support, promote independence, and help customers access education, employment and leisure activities.

We offer comprehensive induction, career development, a pension scheme, a paid mileage allowance, 30 days annual leave and a supportive management team.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.
• Commitment to promoting independence and community inclusion.
• Willingness to learn and adapt with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with daily living skills and maintain their homes.
• Promote independence, choice and self-confidence.
• Help customers access education, employment, volunteering and leisure activities.
• Encourage participation within the local community.
• Assist with appointments, shopping and social activities.
• Administration of medication following training, where required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Independence

Flexibility

Job description

Support Worker - Learning Disabilities/Autism/ / Mental Health.

Pound House, Dorking, Surrey.

Make a real difference every day.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can empower people to live independently, achieve their goals, and enjoy fulfilling lives?

Ability Housing is looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated Support Workers to join our friendly team at Pound House, Dorking.

Our supported housing service provides specialist support for adults with learning disabilities, Down syndrome, autism and behaviours of concern. We support people both within our accommodation-based service and in their own homes across the local community, promoting independence, choice, inclusion and wellbeing.

About You

• Are passionate about supporting people with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working as part of a supportive team.
• Have a positive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude.
• Can work independently whilst also contributing to a collaborative team.
• Are committed to promoting independence, choice and community inclusion.

Previous experience is welcome but not essential. If you have the right values and a willingness to learn, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, no two days are the same. You'll work alongside customers to help them live as independently as possible, supporting them to achieve their personal goals and enjoy meaningful lives.

Your role may include:

• Supporting customers with daily living skills and maintaining their homes.
• Promoting independence, choice and self-confidence.
• Supporting customers to access education, employment, volunteering and leisure activities.
• Encouraging participation within the local community.
• Supporting customers with appointments, shopping and social activities.
• Administering medication (following training).
• Providing personal care where required, always promoting dignity and independence.
• Working in both our accommodation-based service and supporting customers living independently within the community.

Vacancy Details

We currently have:

• 4 Full-Time positions (40 hours per week)

The successful candidates will work on a rolling rota, including:

• Days
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Bank Holidays
• Sleep-in shifts

A full UK driving licence would be desirable due to the community-based aspects of the role.

Salary

• £26,507.98 per annum (40 hours)
• £12.71 per hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive management and leadership team
• Company healthcare scheme
• 30 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Mileage allowance of 55p per mile
• Occupational Sick Pay.

Safer Recruitment

This role is subject to satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Why Join Ability Housing?

At Ability Housing, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a life of their choosing.

Our teams work in partnership with customers to promote independence, build confidence, develop life skills and create opportunities for people to participate fully in their local communities.

If you're looking for a career where every day makes a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you