Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national care charity is seeking Support Workers in London to help enhance the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Your role will involve engaging in community activities and providing personal support. No prior experience is necessary, and comprehensive training will be provided. Enjoy benefits such as 28 days holiday, paid enhanced DBS, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS

28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)

Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)

Double pay for bank holidays

Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Walsingham Rewards Scheme

Qualifications

• You don't need prior experience to join as a Support Worker.
• Passion for social care and working with individuals with learning disabilities or autism.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with activities and hobbies.
• Engage with the local community.
• Maintain personal needs.

Job description

Overview

This isn't a boring job you'll be changing lives with care, supporting day-to-day living and joining in with activities like bowling, swimming, walks, and community outings.

You don't need prior experience to join as a Support Worker.

We provide all the training you'll need, along with ongoing support to help you build a career in care. Your role will be to support these individuals with activities, hobbies, socialising, engaging with the local community and maintaining their personal needs.

Walsingham Support is a national charity, not a business. We don't make money for shareholders everything we do is reinvested into supporting the people we care for and the staff who make it happen.

Since 1986, every Support Worker at Walsingham Support has played a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Our world is built on doing good, being the best place to work, and always putting people first.

Benefits

Working for Walsingham Support is a fulfilling and rewarding experience for several reasons. Here are some potential benefits of working for the charity:

• SENSE OF PURPOSE: Knowing that your efforts contribute to improving the lives of others, especially those in need, can be highly fulfilling.
• MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Working for Walsingham allows you to actively contribute to positive change and make a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and communities.
• PERSONAL GROWTH: Working for Walsingham can provide numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.
• EMOTIONAL REWARDS: While the work can be emotionally challenging at times, many find the emotional rewards of helping others to be deeply satisfying. Witnessing positive changes in the lives of those the charity serves can be a powerful motivator.
• ALIGNMENT WITH PERSONAL VALUES: If you are passionate about a social care or social issues, working for Walsingham Support will align with your values and allow you to actively contribute to addressing that issue.
• Favourable working hours, with part-time and bank Support Worker roles available
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus