Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity dedicated to enhancing lives through tailored support for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. As a Support Worker, you'll play a crucial role in helping service users achieve their potential and maintain a high-quality care environment. This fulfilling position offers the chance to build genuine relationships, contribute to meaningful causes, and enjoy a variety of benefits including flexible working hours and extensive training opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference and growing personally and professionally, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Double pay for bank holidays

Pension scheme contributions

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Walsingham Rewards Scheme

Training and professional development

£250 bonus for recommending a friend

Access to Blue Light Card savings

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; training provided.
• Ability to work with individuals with disabilities and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with daily tasks and personal care.
• Maintain a high-quality environment for those supported.
• Assist with meal preparation and community activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Certifications in Social Care

Job description

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Work with Walsingham and make a real difference to people's lives

Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering specifically tailored support for each individual.

• As a valued member of our team, each Support Worker helps deliver the quality-of-life people with disabilities deserve. Your role will support our service users to reach their full potential.

• You will help ensure that Walsingham Support's care is of high quality and person-centred, tailored to each individual's needs and lifestyle.

• As a Support Worker, you are responsible for maintaining a high-quality environment for those we support.

• Support Workers work from care plans, assisting with daily tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, emotional support, social interactions, and community activities.

Our Interview Process Transparency & Support

We believe in creating an accessible and fair recruitment process. To support you, we will provide the interview questions in advance so you can prepare confidently and showcase your skills and passion.

Support and Benefits for Our Staff

We offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Favourable working hours, including part-time roles and bank positions.
• 28 days annual leave (20 days leave + 8 bank holidays), increasing up to 38 days with service.
• Double pay for bank holiday work.
• Pension scheme contributions.
• Support for career development and professional qualifications through our apprenticeship program.
• Life assurance equal to three times your salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme via HealthAssured.
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme with discounts on everyday items.
• Extensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• £250 bonus for recommending a friend.
• Access to Blue Light Card savings.

This role offers variety and the chance to build genuine relationships. No prior experience is necessary; we provide all required training. Read on for more details.

Why Work for Us

Working for Walsingham Support is fulfilling for several reasons:

• Sense of Purpose: Contribute to improving lives, especially those in need.
• Making a Difference: Be part of positive change in individuals and communities.
• Personal Growth: Opportunities for development.
• Emotional Rewards: Helping others can be deeply satisfying, witnessing positive changes.
• Alignment with Values: If passionate about social care/issues, this role aligns with your values.

The Benefits of Working for a Charity

Charity work offers unique benefits:

• Purpose: Fulfillment from contributing to meaningful causes.
• Social Impact: Address social issues and create positive change.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Work alongside diverse backgrounds.
• Skill Development: Develop a wide range of skills through varied responsibilities.
• Community Engagement: Engage directly with beneficiaries and community partners.
• Flexibility and Passion: Some charities offer flexible working environments.
• Positive Culture: Supportive, collaborative workplaces.
• Financial Aspects: Surplus funds support service users, not bonuses; charities tend to be financially stable and less risky than profit-driven companies.