Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in St. Austell is seeking a Support Worker to assist an individual with autism and mental health challenges. This role involves providing compassionate care, engaging in meaningful activities, and maintaining a supportive living environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and a valid UK driving license. The position offers competitive pay rates and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Access to Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Blue Light Card discount scheme

Further training in NVQs

Progression opportunities

Generous Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with autism, mental health issues, and anorexia.
• Ability to engage with individuals in meaningful activities.
• Clear communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care on a 2:1 basis.
• Engage the individual in community activities.
• Support with household tasks for a clean living environment.

Skills

Autism

Mental health

Anorexia

Challenging behaviours

Job description

Support Worker

Pay rate: Monday to Friday Day - £14.18 p/h & Nights - £15.23 p/h, Saturday & Sunday Day - £15.23 p/h & Nights - £16.28 p/h
Shift Pattern: 0800-2000/2000-0800 - 3 x 12 hour day shifts, some nights may occasionally be available

We've got a rewarding opportunity for the right person to work with an individual living in their own home in St Austell. Supporting a lady who takes a great interest in animals, fashion, childrens magazines and all things pink & girlie. This person has autism, anorexia and mental health struggles. There is a history of challenges and risks associated with these conditions. To make the most of trips out and about, we need people who are local to St Austell and know the area, and can drive a car, holding a full UK Driving Licence.

You will also need to bring previous experience with you in the following:

• Autism
• Mental health
• Anorexia
• Behaviours that can be perceived as challenging

What will your shift involve?

In this role, you will be providing high-quality care on a {2:1} basis, ensuring that the individual you support receives compassionate and attentive care tailored to their specific needs. Your responsibilities will include engaging with them in meaningful activities and taking them out in the community to promote their social interaction and well-being. Additionally, you will support with household tasks to maintain a clean and organized living environment that fosters comfort and independence. Clear and confident communication in their preferred manner will be essential to building a strong and trusting relationship.

More about Acuity Care Group

We have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions:

• LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism
• Bespoke
• Team Brain Injury

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

We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person‑centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences.

What next?

If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link but if you have any questions and need to know more before you apply, please drop us a call.

We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will 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 do offer additional benefits including:

• Access to Westfield Rewards – an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies
• Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few.
• Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show.
• Further training in NVQs in Health and Social Care
• Progression opportunities within the organisation
• Ongoing training and development
• A generous Refer a Friend scheme – receive up to £500!

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