Support Worker

Sense; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in the United Kingdom seeks motivated Support Workers for its Supported Living Service. You will assist individuals with autism and complex disabilities, leading various activities and providing personalized support. No previous experience is necessary as training is provided. The role offers flexible part-time and full-time hours, competitive pay of £12.50 per hour, and a supportive environment to develop your skills.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave

Matched pension contributions

Free life assurance policy

Cashback and discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Enhanced sick pay

Free training courses

Wellness app access

Qualifications

• Experience of using British Sign Language (BSL) or willingness to learn.
• A full UK Manual Driving license.
• Ability to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents with autism and sensory disabilities.
• Engage in activity planning and create a welcoming environment.
• Take part in various activities such as bowling and arts and crafts.

Skills

British Sign Language

Driving License

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

Looking for a new challenge? Sense is looking for a reliable and motivated Support Worker to join our professional team at our Supported Living Service in Holbeach, Lincolnshire. This is a Permanent role, with both part-time and full-time positions available. We are offering Support Workers £12.50 per hour. You don’t need any previous experience to become a support worker with Sense, as we’ll provide full training for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents at the service, including eight individuals who have autism, deafblindness or sensory/complex disabilities.
• Take part in a range of activities with the individuals and some who attend the Sense day centre and college, such as bowling, ice skating, horse riding, arts and crafts, baking and cooking, and shopping trips.
• Engage in activity planning and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience of using British Sign Language (BSL) or holding a BSL or Makaton qualification is desirable (or willingness to learn).
• A full UK Manual Driving license and the willingness to learn and drive the company minibus is required.
• Shift patterns will vary; you will be required to work some mornings, evenings and weekends.

About Sense

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. We have excellent training and development, the opportunity to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Benefits

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Wisdom app – free access for all employees to a mindfulness application.

How to apply

Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview in relation to the Personal Specification. Please read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification before applying. We reserve the right to close posts at any time; submit your application as soon as possible.

Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check where appropriate. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/