Support Worker

Consensus; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Worthing seeks a Support Worker to empower individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. The role involves providing exceptional care, engaging clients in meaningful activities, and supporting communication. You will work rotational shifts for 37.5 hours a week, with a competitive pay rate of £12.41 - £12.71 per hour. The company offers a strong commitment to personal and professional growth, values kindness and creativity, and provides various financial and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Career Ladder

Learning & Development

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Wagestream

Discounts from over 150 retailers

Qualifications

• Values are paramount: kindness, commitment, and creativity in care.
• Experience in mental health support or similar roles is beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Assist in engaging people in meaningful activities.
• Help improve communication skills and participate in social activities.

Job description

Overview

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.

Role: Support Worker

Service: Huntley, BN11 4AF

Salary: £12.41 - £12.71 per hour

Shifts: Rotational, 37.5 hours per week

Your Benefits

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work®, as well as being one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women, Development, and Wellbeing in 2024. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder: Our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression.
• Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary. Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

Our Support Workers are our greatest asset. Through understanding the needs of the people you support; you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives.

• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities - empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.

Your Service

Huntley is a welcoming, social home where you’ll find the walls adorned in photos of the fun things people do and the beautiful artwork people have made to decorate their home. This modern, updated service is a home where everyone can access all the amenities needed, and those living there have had a say in how the house looks, feels, and runs. The team run regular pamper days and movie nights, and the people living at Huntley are always encouraged to learn new skills or take up new hobbies.

Your Values

You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. They are a promise that:

• We will always act with kindness.
• Stay committed to the people who rely on us.
• Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow.

Next Steps

• Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role.
• The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support.
• If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date.
• Your journey will then begin with a 3-day online induction, before heading to the service to get started.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed. INDCSS