Support Worker - Adult Supported Living

Courtyard Care; East Malling; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Staff discounts

Paid mileage

Career development

Training

Paid holiday

24/7 support

Pension

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Long service awards

Monthly prize draw

Job summary

Courtyard Care is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Swanton Community Services in the United Kingdom. You will support people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful lives within their community. The role offers flexible and guaranteed hours, with access to ongoing training.

No prior experience is required as you will receive training from our exclusive Training Academy and will complete an enhanced DBS check and references as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; comprehensive training provided by Training Academy.
• Willing to work towards Level 2 Diploma or above in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and help service users achieve personal goals.
• Support safety and wellbeing of people using our services.
• Communicate effectively with service users and respect individual methods.
• Monitor changes in health or circumstances and report to management.
• Support engagement in local community activities (shopping, events).

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Patience

Motivation

Interpersonal skills

IT literacy

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2 Diploma (willing to work towards)

Job description

Earn competitive pay + develop and grow with a company that cares about you! If you're outgoing, friendly and passionate about people, you could make a real positive difference as a Support Worker in the Swanton Community Services Team. You'll be supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives within their community. You'll be…

• Encouraging - promote independence where possible & encourage service users to achieve personal goals
• Supportive - provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of people relying on our services
• Compassionate - communicate well with service users using their chosen methods to support individuality
• Observant - monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of a service user to management
• Engaging - support service users to engage in the local community from going shopping to attending events
  Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma or above in Health & Social Care
• Good understanding of working with individuals with a learning disability and autism
• Commitment to providing quality care and support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion and a motivational attitude at all times
• A responsible, dedicated and flexible approach to work
• Competent IT knowledge and computer skills

No previous experience or qualifications are required. When you join, you'll receive advanced training from our exclusive Training Academy where you'll learn how to deliver high quality support. All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

• Flexible & guaranteed hours - including full & part time hours
• Exclusive staff discounts - offers on top brands
• Local work & paid mileage - short commutes helping local people
• Excellent career opportunities - develop yourself and your career
• Paid ongoing training - from our exclusive Training Academy Team
• Paid holiday - to support your personal life
• 24/7 support - for your health and mental wellbeing
• Pension - to help prepare for your future
• Refer-a-Friend scheme - earn £400 for every friend that starts with us
• Long service awards we recognize your contribution to the team and celebrate long service
• Monthly staff prize draw