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Support Worker

Thera Trust

Torquay

On-site

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in social care is seeking Support Workers to empower adults with learning disabilities in Torquay. This role offers flexible working hours, paid training, and the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will be compassionate with strong communication skills, ready to embrace challenges and foster personal growth for themselves and the individuals they support.

Benefits

Guaranteed monthly salary
Flexible working hours
28 days Annual Leave (pro Rata)
Employee support line
Free accredited training
Contributory Pension Scheme
Free Enhanced DBS check
Cycle to Work Scheme
Well-being initiatives
Retail discounts

Qualifications

  • No previous experience or qualifications required; full training provided.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support adults with learning disabilities in their daily lives.
  • Help individuals achieve personal goals and ambitions.
  • Provide emotional support and assist with managing their own home.

Skills

Compassionate
Caring
Confident
Resilient
Excellent communication
Interpersonal skills
Self-starter
Problem-solving
Professionalism

Job description

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Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Torquay

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, Part Time & Relief

Salary: £12.33 per hour

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is essential

Reference: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people's lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us, and the training we offer.

As a valued Support Worker with Thera South West, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their own personal goals, aims, and ambitions. The support you provide will vary because everyone is different. Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, supporting leisure, employment, interests, and travel. This role can be fun, rewarding, but also challenging and demanding. You may support people in their own home or out in the community.

  • Thera South West is unique — we are led by people with a learning disability.
  • Our vision — to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
  • Using a person-centred approach — you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.
Who are we looking for?
  • No previous experience or qualifications required; free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
  • Compassionate, caring, confident, and resilient
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
  • Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
  • Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!
What are the Benefits?
  • Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
  • Flexible working hours for work-life balance
  • Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
  • 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
  • Employee support line to support you and your family
  • Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Free Enhanced DBS check
  • Refer a friend and earn up to £
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Well-being initiatives
  • Access to thousands of retail discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
  • An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
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