Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; Penzance; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Support Worker to provide high-quality care and engage clients in various activities such as horse riding and gymnastics. Candidates should have experience with ADHD, Autism, and other mental health needs, along with a Full UK Driving Licence. The role offers progression opportunities and various employee benefits like health plans and training.

Benefits

Access to Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card discount scheme

Further training in NVQ's

Progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Generous Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• Experience with ADHD, Autistic Spectrum, Prader Willi Syndrome and Mental Health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality 1:1 care.
• Engage in meaningful activities.
• Support community outings.
• Maintain a clean and organised living environment.
• Communicate in a clear confident manner.

Skills

Experience with ADHD

Experience with Autistic Spectrum

Experience with Prader Willi Syndrome

Experience with Mental Health

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Support Worker

Pay rate: £14.50

Shift Pattern: 8am-8pm

We are looking for someone to get involved in wood working, Harry Potter, horse riding, gymnastics and day trips.

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience with ADHD, Autistic Spectrum, Prader Willi Syndrome and Mental Health

What will your shift involve?

In this role you will provide high‑quality 1:1 care, engage in meaningful activities, support community outings, maintain a clean and organised living environment and communicate in a clear confident manner.

About Acuity Care Group

We are a Supported Living healthcare provider, over 900 people working across 3 specialist divisions: LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism, Bespoke and Team Brain Injury.

This role sits within our LD&A family and you will be supported by an experienced Team Leader.

We work in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, providing person centred care and promoting empowerment.

What next?

If you have the skills and experience listed above please submit your CV. If you have any questions please call us. We will discuss the role, conduct screening questions and, if you are keen and have the right experience, arrange an interview on Teams.

Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What else do we offer?

We offer additional benefits including:

• Access to Westfield Rewards – exclusive offers from over 1,000 retailers, restaurants, travel companies.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan – GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – support helplines and counselling for mental wellness, finances and relationships.
• Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – free tickets to horse races or comedy shows.
• Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social Care.
• Progression opportunities within the organisation.
• Ongoing training and development.
• A generous Refer a Friend scheme – receive up to £500!