Support Worker

Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos; Romford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing exceptional support to individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping individuals lead independent, fulfilling lives. Your compassionate approach and strong communication skills will enable you to create engaging activities and personalized care plans. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those you support, all while working in a nurturing environment that values diversity and inclusion. Apply now to be part of a team that is recognized as a Top Employer in the UK!

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Online GP

Health Cash Plan

Gym Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bereavement support

Wagestream

Utility Bill Freeze

Life Assurance

National Trust & Discounted Days

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions.
• Ability to implement person-centered support plans.

Responsibilities

• Implement person-centered support plans to promote independence.
• Develop engaging activity plans for autonomy and growth.
• Facilitate communication and maintain detailed records.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented and organized

Proactive and innovative

Team player with a collaborative spirit

Job description

About The Company

Our mission is to create a nurturing and comfortable environment where the people we support receive the highest quality of care from our skilled and passionate team. Our services stand out because they reflect our core values.

Our Values:

• Supportive: Promoting opportunities for everyone so they can reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: Providing the best possible outcomes for the people who use our services.
• Loyal: Putting the people we support and our staff at the centre of everything we do, fulfilling our promises, and meeting stakeholders' needs.
• Unique: Being ambitious and innovative in the diversity of services we provide without compromising quality.
• Transparent: Being open, honest, fostering mutual respect, learning from experiences, and setting high standards.
• Engaging: Working in partnership with those we support, staff, and stakeholders.
• Meaningful Life: Encouraging everyone to experience a meaningful life through aspiration and opportunities.

Why choose us?

Emotional Support Benefits:

We prioritize our colleagues' well-being with benefits like:

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support.
• Hub of Hope - Access to the UK’s leading mental health database.
• Medito App - Meditation to boost wellbeing.
• Bereavement support - Counselling, support groups, and resources.

Medical Support Benefits:

• Free Online GP - 24/7 access for you and your household.
• Health Cash Plan - Claim back healthcare expenses.
• Cancer Cover - Support in case of diagnosis.
• My Menopause Centre - Discounted, evidence-based treatments.

Financial Support Benefits:

• Wagestream - Flexible pay, savings, credit, and loans.
• Utility Bill Freeze - Save up to £329/year.
• Money Helper - Personalized bill management plan.
• Life Assurance - Protection from day one.

Physical Support Benefits:

• Online workouts - Follow videos at home or gym.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on tax and NI.
• Gym Discounts - Up to 20% off nationwide.
• National Trust & Discounted Days - Activities for you and family.

Recognition:

Recognized as a Top Employer in the UK, a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace, a Disability Confident company, employing nearly 3000 colleagues, supporting nearly 2000 people, with high-quality homes rated Good or Outstanding.

About The Role

We operate a 4-bed supported living service in Havering for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions. Join us to support individuals in leading independent, fulfilling lives, creating lifelong memories through engaging activities and personalized care.

As a Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, enabling care, facing daily challenges and rewards, helping us be the best in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, foster relationships, and ensure compliance.
• Develop engaging activity plans for autonomy and growth.
• Support healthy lifestyles and health management.
• Facilitate communication and maintain detailed records.
• Oversee medication processes and support self-administration.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.

About You:

• Compassionate and empathetic
• Strong communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Proactive and innovative
• Committed to diversity and inclusion
• Team player with a collaborative spirit

Apply now and help us create a brighter future for those we care for!