Support Worker

Ocean Healthcare; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Plymouth to assist a young man with complex needs. Shifts include mornings and long or short days; roles can be full or part time and involve 4:1 and 2:1 support at different times.

You will live close to family and support daily activities in a home setting. Prior experience with autism or learning disabilities is preferred but not essential, as full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities or challenging behaviours is beneficial but training provided.
• Must have a valid UK driving license and access to a car.
• Excellent communication and reliability in a small team.
• Comfortable following a care plan and reporting updates.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, proactive support to the client.
• Assist with personal care as required.
• Maintain a structured, safe home environment.
• Work as part of a team to deliver care as planned.

Skills

Care experience

Driver

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Support Worker

Support a Young Man with Complex Needs in Plymouth. Monday & Friday - Long or short day shifts available

• Location: PLYMOUTH
• Type: Complex Care Care Assistant

Support a Young Man with Complex Needs in Plymouth. Monday & Thursday - Day shifts available

Ocean Healthcare are looking for an experienced Support Worker to provide care for a young man with autism, ADHD and learning disabilities. He also presents with challenging behaviours. He requires support to help him navigate daily life and engage in activities he enjoys.

He lives at home with his mum, dad and older brother in Plymouth. He's happiest at home - spending time with his family, playing in his sensory garden and hot tub and watching YouTube on his iPad.

10:00-16:00 Monday & Thursday

Note: This role involves 4:1 support between 10:00-16:00 and 2:1 support from 14:00-20:00. Please contact us if you're interested to chat through your availability.

Why Join us?

Ocean Healthcare is one of the most highly respected care organisations in the Southwest. Check us out on Facebook or look at our Google Reviews. Our philosophy is Live Happy Care Well which is based on the principle that you can't pour from an empty cup. We're committed to treating our staff well and doing the right thing by the people we serve. When you work with us, you're part of a supportive, professional, and highly regarded team that prioritizes your needs and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent and proactive support
• Assist with personal care
• Maintain a structured and safe environment
• Work as part of a team to provide support

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities or challenging behaviours is preferred but not essential as full training and support will be provided
• Confidence in managing behaviours with a compassionate and proactive approach
• Good communication skills and confidence working in a small team and following a care plan
• A willingness to undertake specialist training around restraint and behaviour support

You'll be confident and personable with a calm, patient and understanding approach. You'll be an experienced and resilient Support Worker and be able follow structured routines and respond to sensory needs. You'll receive full training around challenging behaviours and restraint with ongoing support.

What You'll Need

• Good References (covering at least 3 years)
• You must be a car driver
• Reliability and good communication
• Right to to work in the UK (We do not offer Work Visa)

While there are lots of work opportunities within Ocean Healthcare, the terms detailed in this job advert are specific ONLY to this package of care. Permanent and bank contracts available. You can work full or part time.

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