Support worker

Thera Trust; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Thera Trust is seeking Support Workers to join their team in King's Lynn and Dersingham. This rewarding role involves empowering adults with learning disabilities while providing them with the support needed to achieve their goals. Comprehensive training is offered, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate individuals looking to make a difference.

Benefits

Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary

Flexible working hours

28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays

Free nationally accredited training

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee support line

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications required, training will be provided.
• Compassionate, caring, confident, and resilient individuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in daily life activities.
• Help individuals develop new skills and manage their home.
• Provide personal and emotional support in various settings.

Skills

Compassionate

Caring

Confident

Resilient

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Problem solving

Job description

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Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Kings Lynn & Dersingham

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, Part Time & Relief

Salary: £12.43 per hour

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is essential

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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 East Anglia, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims, and ambitions. The support you provide will change with everyone you work with 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, support with leisure, employment, individual interests, and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role. You may be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.

• Thera East Anglia 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