Support worker

Thera Trust; Newton Abbot; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider is seeking Support Workers to join their team in supporting adults with learning disabilities. This role offers a diverse range of responsibilities from daily living support to skill development. Training and benefits include a guaranteed monthly salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Guaranteed monthly salary

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Free nationally accredited training

Contributory pension scheme

Employee support line

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications required.
• Free, Skills for Care endorsed full training provided.
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in achieving personal goals.
• Provide practical, emotional, and social support.
• Empower individuals using a person-centred approach.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidence

Resilience

Self-starter

Problem-solving

Job description

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Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Exeter

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, Part Time & Relief

Salary: £12.33 per hour

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.

Reference: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

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 South West, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their personal goals, aims, and ambitions. The support you provide will vary 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, and supporting leisure, employment, individual interests, and travel. This role can be fun and rewarding but also challenging and demanding. You may support people in their own homes or out in the community.

• Thera South West is unique: we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision: is 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, with opportunities to earn qualifications 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 plans.
• An Employee Council that represents staff views about work matters.