Support Worker

Arundel Domiciliary Care Services Ltd; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Sussex is looking for dedicated Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities and autism. The role involves helping with daily living tasks, supporting independence, and participating in community activities. Candidates should be compassionate and willing to work shifts, including sleep-in duties. The position offers competitive pay at £12.25 per hour along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for career progression

Employee Recognition Scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Blue Light card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in home care preferred.
• Ability to support individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
• Full UK driving license preferable.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in all areas to achieve their goals.
• Participate in daily activities and support personal care.
• Maintain professional relationships with relatives and professionals.

Skills

Compassion

Positivity

Resilience

Ability to work on shifts

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Care Certificate

Diploma/NVQ in H&Sc

Job description

About Us

Established in 2005, Arundel Care Services specialise in supporting adults with learning disabilities across Sussex. Around 80% of those we support are also on the autistic spectrum. We have 17 small, supported living services across East and West Sussex. We are dedicated to providing adaptable services to all individuals we support. We value everyone’s diversity, and respect their rights to privacy, dignity and individuality. We are a values-based company who put the people we support first. The organisational purpose is focused on the people we support and making a difference to them — ensuring they receive a high standard of personal, physical, emotional and social support to support their holistic wellbeing. Our values incorporate adaptability, commitment and a supportive environment for both our staff and the people we support.

Role & Responsibilities

We are currently looking for positive, compassionate, and caring Support Workers to join our supported living service in the Patcham area of Brighton. We support adults who have a primary diagnosis of learning disabilities and autism. Our services are very active with routine and scheduled activities in the service and in the community. We support with all aspects of daily living, helping individuals develop their skills and independence.

• Assist the people we support in all areas of their lives and help them to achieve their goals.
• Participate in providing daily activities for the people we support.
• Undertake tasks of a domestic nature, e.g. shopping, cooking, laundry, house cleaning with individuals.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with people we support’s relatives, outside agencies and other professionals.
• Support individuals in their personal care when appropriate.
• Support and care for those who may display behaviours that others may find challenging.
• Develop a full knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures pertaining to the people we support, including reports, support plans and daily recordings.
• Undertake the role of keyworker for an individual.

Current positions we are recruiting to

• Support workers - The successful candidate will hold a valid Full UK driving license and be willing to drive for the service to assist our service users who are unable to use public transport in accessing community-based activities.

Who we are looking for

• People who care regardless of qualifications or experience. We care more about you sharing and demonstrating our values, which are:
  • Seeing the possibilities to make positive difference.
  • Valuing and celebrating individuality and diversity.
  • Supporting rights, needs, choices and dreams.
  • Being resilient – yes there can be tough days but there is also lots of fun to be had!
  • Being responsible, sustainable, and innovative in our work.
• Can you show us how you would treat the people we support; with the dignity and respect they deserve? Are you courageous, willing to champion quality, and raise concerns?

If you do share our values and care, we want you!

What we offer our staff

• A full and comprehensive in-house induction and ongoing training
• Opportunities to obtain a qualification in health and social care and/or Positive Behaviour Support
• Bank Holiday enhancements
• Paid training
• Paid DBS
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Have your birthday off!
• Opportunities for career progression
• Employee Recognition Scheme – employee of the month
• Refer a friend scheme – earn yourself £300
• Casual dress
• Blue Light card - discounts on hundreds of well-known high street and online brands

Requirements

• Staff work on a shift basis across the week and have a monthly rota, some weekend working is required.
• Regular sleep-in duties will be required as part of the support worker role; these are paid in addition at £70.00 per sleep in.
• All positions require an Enhanced DBS check in relation to adults.
• Full UK driving licence is preferable.
• Applicants seeking sponsorship need not apply as we are currently at capacity of our sponsorship licence. Part-time contracts are offered from 22.5 hours; we are unable to accommodate applicants seeking 20 hours.

Other information

Please visit www.arundelcareservices.co.uk to find out more.

Reference ID: B&H

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: £12.25 per hour

Education and Experience

• Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
• Care Certificate (good to have, not essential)
• Diploma/NVQ in H&Sc (good to have, not essential)
• Experience: Home care - 1 year (preferred)
• Language: English (preferred)

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme