Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Grantham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will be part of an inclusive team, providing essential support to help individuals achieve their personal goals and enhance their daily lives. This rewarding role offers flexible working hours, a guaranteed monthly salary, and comprehensive training, ensuring you have the skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to employee well-being and development, this is an excellent opportunity to embark on a fulfilling career in social care.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

28 days Annual Leave

Free Enhanced DBS check

Employee support line

Contributory Pension Scheme

Free nationally accredited training

Cycle to Work Scheme

Well-being initiatives

Access to retail discounts

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications required; full training provided.
• Compassionate, caring, confident, and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities.
• Empower people to achieve personal goals and live independently.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Resilience

Education

Skills for Care endorsed training

Job description

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Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Durrington

Contract: Permanent - 20 Hours

Hours: Part Time

Salary: £12.33

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential. Lone working with Male who Non-Verbal/Challenging behavior.

Shifts between the hours of 07:30-21:00

Reference: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people's lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us, and the training we offer.

As a valued Support Worker with Thera South West, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their personal goals, aims, and ambitions. The support you provide will vary because everyone is different.

Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, supporting leisure, employment, individual interests, and travel. This role can be fun and rewarding but also challenging and demanding. You may support people in their own homes or out in the community.

• Thera South West is unique: we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision: 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?

• 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 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.
• Free Enhanced DBS check.
• Refer a friend and earn up to £.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Well-being initiatives.
• 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.