Support Worker

Beyond Limits; Torquay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Support Worker to assist Cheryl and Craig in their daily lives. The role involves supporting their social activities and providing emotional support, particularly for Cheryl. Ideal candidates will have experience with brain injuries and strong communication skills, and will enjoy making a meaningful difference in someone's life.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Award-winning pension scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Generous annual leave including top-up pay

Critical illness cover

Life insurance

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with brain injuries.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Energetic and able to keep up with social activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cheryl and Craig in their daily lives and social activities.
• Provide emotional support for Cheryl when overwhelmed.
• Help with budgeting and promote greater independence.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Job description

Support Worker Role for Cheryl and Craig

Cheryl and Craig are seeking a Support Worker to assist them in their daily lives. Cheryl is a busy, sociable woman who enjoys horse riding, visiting the beach, singing, karaoke, and volunteering at her local homeless charity. Craig, her boyfriend, is a cheerful individual who enjoys going to the gym, swimming, watching football, and visiting the pub.

Essential Requirements:

• This position is a genuine occupational requirement under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975; therefore, only applications from females are requested.
• Valid full UK driving license

Contract Details:

• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Type: Permanent
• Application Deadline: 03/06/2025
• Reference: JF/CC

Cheryl lives independently in Torquay with an established support team. She is largely independent but needs assistance with budgeting. Craig has some memory difficulties due to a brain injury and can be stubborn at times, but generally leads an active, independent life. The role involves supporting them to enjoy their social activities and work towards greater independence, with some emotional support for Cheryl when overwhelmed.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with individuals with brain injuries
• Excellent communication skills
• Energetic and able to keep up with their social activities
• Reliable and flexible
• Enthusiastic about the role
• Positive attitude

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Award-winning pension scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Generous annual leave including top-up pay
• Critical illness cover
• Life insurance
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Opportunities for career development
• Make a meaningful difference in someone's life

We are committed to safeguarding and follow robust recruitment procedures, including references and DBS checks. A DBS check will be required upon offer, with the cost reimbursed after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.