Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Preston. This rewarding role involves providing essential support to individuals with various mental health needs, making a significant impact on their lives. You will work closely with clients on a 1-1 basis, promoting their independence and encouraging community engagement. The position requires flexibility in shifts, including nights and weekends, and a valid driving license due to service requirements. Join a compassionate team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays and learning opportunities to enhance your career.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday for your birthday

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid learning and development opportunities

Exclusive employee benefits on shopping and leisure

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting others and making a difference.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-1 support to individuals with mental health needs.
• Promote independence and community access for supported individuals.

Skills

Support and Care

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Positive Attitude

Education

NVQ in Health & Social Care Level 2 to Level 5

Job description

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We are looking for a Support Worker to join our service in Preston.

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• £12.60 per hour.
• 40 hours per week.
• An extra day paid holiday for your birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities to invest in your future – including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised qualifications (Level 2 to Level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care).
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.

What you’ll be doing:

• The people we support have various mental health needs. It's challenging but extremely rewarding for those looking to make a real difference. This isn’t just any role; this is a role that greatly impacts the lives of the people we support. Can you commit?
• You will support on a 1-1 basis, promoting independence and encouraging the people we support to access the community.
• Working to maintain a high level of support required for the service needs.
• Participate and be as enthusiastic about their likes and wants as they are.
• This role is within a residential service.

Who you are:

• We want individuals with a passion to support others and make a difference in their everyday lives.
• Can you work independently, multitask, and organise?
• Have a positive attitude under pressure?
• Quick learner, hands-on, willing to be flexible in tasks and activities.
• Flexibility is required as shifts will involve early, late, night, and weekend shifts.
• Drivers are required due to service requirements.