Support Worker

HealthJobs4U Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care organization in Whitchurch seeks Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. This role requires good communication skills, compassion, and the ability to work independently. Training will be provided, and benefits include competitive pay, a joining bonus, and extensive holiday entitlement. Candidates should promote independence and possess basic IT abilities. A driving license is desirable, but not mandatory.

Benefits

Competitive pay

28 days holiday increasing with service

Comprehensive training program

Contributory Pension scheme

Referral rewards

Birthday recognition

Access to discounts via Blue light Card

Qualifications

• Good communicator, committed, and able to demonstrate empathy, care, and compassion.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to write clearly and legibly are essential.
• Previous experience in health and social care is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities, Autism, and mental health needs.
• Provide high-quality support in all aspects of daily lives.
• Encourage participation in community activities.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to promote independence

Good IT knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP WITH THIS POSITION

Full & Part-Time posts (FT 37.5 hours per week)

£12.35 per hour

Plus £189 for sleep duties, this is based on 3 per month

Joining bonus £1000 (T&C's £500 on completion of probation, £500 after one year)

We have opportunities at our care home in Whitchurch for Support Workers who share in Bethphage’s values. This role involves supporting two individuals with learning disabilities, Autism, and mental health needs. You will provide high-quality support in all aspects of their daily lives, while promoting their independence and encouraging participation in community activities of their choice.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;
• 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years’ service.
• Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts – which means you’ll be fully supported to understand the role whilst getting to know the team and the people you will support
• Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family
• A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child payment, prescriptions and more
• Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service – we believe our staff are our greatest asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development
• Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback
• Refer-a-Friend Award – earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation.
• Birthday recognition – an Amazon e-voucher every year
• Paid enhanced DBS certificate
• Access to the “Blue light Card” scheme that offers discounts to social care staff in a range of shops both online and on the High street

Role and Responsibilities

We have opportunities at our care home in Whitchurch for Support Workers who share in Bethphage’s values. This role involves supporting two individuals with learning disabilities, Autism, and mental health needs. You will provide high-quality support in all aspects of their daily lives, while promoting their independence and encouraging participation in community activities of their choice.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a good communicator, committed, and able to demonstrate empathy, care, and compassion. You should be able to work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Basic IT skills and the ability to write clearly and legibly are essential.

Previous experience in working in health and social care is desirable but not essential as full training will be given

You could be just what we are looking for!

About You

Essential Requirements:

• Driver (desirable)
• Good communication skills and able to listen - excellent English only
• Be patient
• Promote independence and daily living skills.
• Good IT knowledge/skills/systems
• Be able to work using their own initiative and without constant supervision

Desirable Requirements;

• Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support

Some of our roles require males, females, race and age specific employees only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010