Support Worker

Avon Support Limited; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Groceries discounts

LOV E rewards

Gifts & recognition

Community app

Training & DBS paid

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Avon Support Ltd in Stratford-upon-Avon seeks a compassionate Support Worker to help people with learning disabilities live as independently as possible. You will provide personal care, companionship, and assist with daily tasks while promoting inclusion and choice.

Experience is valued but full training is provided. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to work flexible hours including sleep-ins, evenings and weekends. Female-only caveat applies for specific cases.

Qualifications

• A positive, caring attitude and willingness to help others.
• Good communication and ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to work sleep-ins, evenings and weekends.
• Experience is helpful but training is provided.
• Interest in promoting independence and inclusion.
• Physically active and able to swim are essential.
• Proactive approach to support work.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Assist with daily living tasks (cooking, cleaning, shopping, personal care).
• Help individuals access community activities and healthcare appointments.
• Monitor wellbeing and safety at all times.
• Collaborate with families and professionals.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Proactive

Motivation to help others

Physical fitness

Job description

Are you kind, compassionate, and ready to help others live their best life?

At Avon Support Ltd, were looking for a Support Worker to join our warm and growing team in our Supported Living Services. Whether you're experienced or new to care, if you have the heart for it, wed love to hear from you!

We are not offering visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in UK at the time of application.

What You'll Be Doing:

You’ll support individuals with learning disabilities and/or complex needs to live as independently as possible making their own choices, staying active, and feeling valued every day as their support worker.

Your role will include:

• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Helping with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and personal care
• Supporting people to access community activities and healthcare appointments
• Monitoring wellbeing and ensuring safety at all times
• Working closely with families and professionals

What Were Looking For:

• A positive, caring attitude we value personality over experience!
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work sleep-ins, evenings, and weekends
• Experience is a plus but not essential full training provided
• An interest in promoting independence and inclusion
• Physically Active and able to Swim is essential for this role.
• Proactive as a support worker

Why You'll Love Working for Us!

• Free employee wellbeing support including face-to-face counselling & helplines
• Discounts on everyday items groceries, fuel, shopping & more
• Living Our Values Every Day (L.O.V.E.) reward and recognition scheme
• Surprise Gifts of Kindness just because you deserve it!
• Company community app stay connected and share experiences
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Fully paid DBS check
• Refer a Friend Bonus earn £500 per successful referral

This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

This is due to the personal care needs and preferences of the individual(s) being supported, where providing female-only care is considered a genuine occupational requirement.