Support Worker

The Methodist Church in Britain; Rushcliffe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Full training and ongoing support

Training funded up to QCF Level 5

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Company pension

Supportive, values-led team

Job summary

Agincare is recruiting a Support Worker to assist people with learning disabilities to live more independently. The role centres on personal care, daily routines and building trusting relationships, with activities arranged around the person, including community outings and holidays.

Candidates need prior experience in a similar role, a full UK driving licence, and at least 12 months left on the right to work, as visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Full UK driving licence.
• At least 12 months remaining on the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support and personal care.
• Support with daily routines and activities.
• Encourage activities and meaningful experiences.
• Support days out in the community and holidays.
• Follow care plans and maintain records.
• Promote independence, safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Calm, patient, caring

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

Agincare is recruiting a Support Worker for its service supporting people with learning disabilities to live more independently. The work centres on personal care, daily routines and building lasting, trusting relationships. Days vary widely, from everyday support and community outings to holidays, with each activity built around the person. Candidates need prior experience in a similar role, a full UK driving licence and at least 12 months left on the right to work, as visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Provide person-centred support and personal care, respecting each person's choices
• Support with daily routines
• Encourage activities and meaningful experiences
• Support days out in the community and holidays
• Support communication in a way that works for each person
• Build meaningful, lasting relationships with the people supported
• Follow care plans
• Maintain accurate records
• Promote independence, safety and wellbeing

What’s required

Experience

• Experience in a similar role

Skills & knowledge

• Calm, patient and caring approach
• Willingness to learn and build trust
• Team player who values consistency

Checks & eligibility

• Full UK driving licence
• At least 12 months remaining on the right to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Refer a friend bonus of up to £1,000
• Full training and ongoing support
• Training funded up to QCF Level 5
• Career development opportunities
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Company pension
• Supportive, values-led team