Support Worker

Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 employee assistance

Free online GP access

Flexible pay

Online workouts

Gym discounts

Job summary

Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos in Exeter is hiring a Support Worker. This role involves delivering high-quality, person-centered care to individuals, supporting them in achieving independence and managing health needs. Responsibilities include implementing support plans, planning activities, facilitating communication, and ensuring safety. Ideal candidates are compassionate, detail-oriented, and effective communicators. The position also offers various benefits including medical support and emotional assistance.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and compassionate nature.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to promote diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centered support plans.
• Plan and conduct engaging activities.
• Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles.
• Facilitate effective communication.
• Manage medication processes.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive thinker

Team player

Job description

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, enabling care. You will help individuals achieve independence, manage risks, and maintain well-being through person-centered support.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure legal and best practice compliance.
• Activity planning: develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
• Health and lifestyle: support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
• Communication: facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
• Medication management: oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
• Safety and environment: maintain a safe, clean living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic.
• Strong communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Proactive and innovative thinker.
• Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Team player with a collaborative spirit.

Required Credentials

Successful candidates will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.

Benefits

• Emotional support: 24/7 employee assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
• Medical support: free online GP access, a health cash plan, cancer cover, and menopause support.
• Financial support: flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and life assurance.
• Physical support: online workouts, cycle to work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.

Core Values

• Supportive: helping everyone reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: striving for the best outcomes.
• Loyal: prioritising our staff and the people we support.
• Unique: innovating without compromising quality.
• Transparent: fostering openness and mutual respect.
• Engaging: partnering with everyone involved.
• Meaningful: offering fulfilling opportunities.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Committed employer.