Support Worker

Thera South West; Paignton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is looking for a Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities in their daily lives. You will receive full training and support in developing skills and promoting independence. The role requires compassion, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn. Benefits include flexible working hours, a guaranteed monthly salary, and 28 days of annual leave. Join us to make a positive impact on people’s lives.

Benefits

Guaranteed monthly salary

Flexible working hours

28 days Annual Leave

Free training and qualifications

Employee support line

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications required.
• Full training will be provided.
• Desire to embrace our values and vision.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in their daily lives.
• Assist with personal care and mobility as needed.
• Help develop and promote skills for individuals.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication skills

Self-starter

Resilient

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Support worker
Location: Paignton Torbay
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 2x 39 hours per week, 1 x 24 hours per week
Salary: £13.00
Reference: 082155
Additional Information: Full UK driving license is not essential

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 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 Southwest, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability and for some a physical disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals to achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions. The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different.

Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and, in this role, and for some will include personal care, moving and handling, with training given if this is a new skill to you. Additionally, you will be helping to develop and promote new and existing skills for the supported person, alongside helping and supporting with accessing leisure activities, exploring individual interests and travel. This can be a fund and rewarding role but also at times challenging and demanding.

You will be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community, therefore an ability to drive will be an advantage.

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 we are looking for

• No previous experience or qualifications required
• 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, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
• Access to Early Pay (T&C's apply, excludes relief workers)

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group. For further information or to learn more about being a support worker in Thera, contact our friendly talent team on 01476 513934 or send an email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.

If you have previously transferred over on TUPE terms and conditions, please contact your manager or HR to see how this may affect your terms and conditions