Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join their team in Lincoln. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions. With flexible hours and comprehensive training provided, this position is perfect for those who are passionate about helping others. The organization values its staff and provides numerous benefits, including paid mileage, holiday, and opportunities for career progression. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey in social care, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Paid mileage and travel time

Paid holiday

Sector-specific training

Discounts via Perks at Work

Long service awards

Referral bonuses

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Values, passion, and determination to support individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to maintain customer records and follow support plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, medication, and meal preparation.
• Support customers with social activities and independent skills.
• Maintain accurate records and update care plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with complex needs

Literate and numerate in English

ICT literate

Education

Care Certificate (willingness to achieve)

Job description

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Hours: 37.5 contracted hours per week (Mon-Sun, including weekends, days, evenings and holidays)

Job ref: 4511

We regret to inform you that Advance is unable to accept any sponsorship requirements.

About the Role:

Would you like to work somewhere where you get to make a real difference every day?

Are you caring, fun and up for a challenge? Are you looking for a career where you get to make a difference to people’s lives? Do you love the idea of no two days being the same? If so, we want to hear from you.

Advance is looking for Support Workers in Lincoln to support customers with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and mental health conditions to live the lives they choose. We offer great benefits, flexible working, and all the training and support you need to kick start a rewarding career in Social Care.

You must have a full UK/International driving license and access to your own vehicle; mileage will be paid at 0.45p per mile.

Day to Day Activities:

• Assisting with personal care and hygiene (if required)
• Sleep-ins may be required
• Waking nights may be required
• Medication administration (if required)
• Support with preparing and cooking meals
• Support with attending medical appointments
• Support with social activities
• Support with independent skills
• Support with domestic duties such as cleaning and laundry
• Keeping accurate records and updating care plans as required
• Keeping up to date with your training

Advance is a great place to progress; many of our Support Workers have become managers, and some have moved into roles in other areas of our business. Once you’re with us, there are genuine opportunities to learn, develop, and build a long and rewarding career. There is also the flexibility to work around your other commitments.

About the candidate:

You don’t need previous experience in care or support to be successful. What matters are your values, passion, and determination to make a difference in the lives of people with autism or learning disabilities.

If you think a Support Worker role suits you, you should be:

• Good at working independently and within a team
• Excellent at communicating with people
• Able to work with complex needs and have experience with mental health
• Able to complete quality support records
• Able to work every other weekend
• Able to work between 7am and 10:30pm
• Capable of following Support Plans and Risk Assessments and maintaining customer records
• Literate and numerate in English
• ICT literate
• Willing to achieve the Care Certificate

For more information, contact Kaytland Clarke at 07730638715 or email [emailprotected] between Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

About the organisation:

Advance is a national, not-for-profit provider of housing and support services for people with disabilities and mental health conditions. Our vision is to transform lives by providing quality housing and support so that people can live the lives they choose, achieve goals, feel valued, and be heard.

We value our staff highly and invest in their training and career development. We are committed to diversity and equality, welcoming applications from everyone regardless of background or identity.

Benefits of working for Advance:

• Flexible hours
• Paid mileage and travel time
• Paid holiday (from 25 to 30 days plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time)
• Sector-specific training and development opportunities
• Discounts via Perks at Work
• Long service awards
• Referral bonuses up to £500
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free DBS check
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme with matched contributions (if eligible)

Advance is regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission. We are committed to safeguarding and expect staff to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by us.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Leader.

Advance reserves the right to close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.