Support Worker - Almondsbury

limited; Bristol; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities in a nurturing environment. This role involves building meaningful relationships, promoting independence, and facilitating community engagement through various activities. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and offers a supportive workplace. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and development opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to make a real difference in people's lives. Join a team committed to safeguarding and enhancing the welfare of the individuals we support.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Generous Occupational Maternity/Paternity pay

Access to earnings before payday

Employee Discount Platform

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Essential to have a full, clean driving licence.
• Support individuals with personal hygiene and daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Encourage positive self-image and promote independence.
• Support individuals in accessing the community and participating in activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Caring Manner

Understanding of Non-Verbal Communication

Enthusiasm and Energy

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Manual Car/Van

Job description

Posted Wednesday 5 February 2025 at 00:00

£13.02 per hour which includes Almondsbury supplement + £500 welcome bonus

Full time 37.5 hours per week, Part time hours considered

Please note - it is an essential requirement of this role to have a full, clean driving licence and to be able to drive a manual car/van to support people in accessing the community.

**Female applicants only – This post fulfils the requirements of a Genuine Occupational Qualification and is therefore exempt under the Equality and Diversity Act 2010.

58 Crantock Drive is a lovely home to 8 ladies with mild to moderate learning disabilities. Our ladies are looking for reliable, understanding, and patient people to join their team of Support Workers. Some of the people we support have increasing physical needs requiring hoisting, pushing wheelchairs, and help with all aspects of care.

Staff build close relationships with people we support so they can offer person-centred support. The home is spacious and includes a large, fully accessible garden. Staff organise activities within the home and there are trips to the theatre, among other destinations.

As a Support Worker, you will encourage positive self-image, maintain health and wellbeing, assist with decision-making, and promote independence.

Supporting people to develop and maintain contact with family and friends, you will provide access to the community, enabling the people we support to participate in sports clubs, social events, and creative endeavours.

Shift patterns are: 07.00 – 14.30, 14.00 – 21.30, Sleep ins, and Waking nights.

The successful Support Worker will:

• Have excellent communication skills.
• Have a caring manner and a tolerant nature.
• Be able to support people with their personal hygiene needs and have some understanding of non-verbal communication.
• Be an enthusiastic and energetic member of the team.

At Milestones Trust, we recognise that without the hard work, commitment, and passion of our staff, we wouldn’t be the charity that we are today. In return, we are committed to rewarding you with a competitive pay and benefits package including:

• 30 days annual leave entitlement.
• Company pension scheme, to help grow your retirement pot.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you to build your career, including a comprehensive induction programme, and the opportunity to undertake further qualifications.
• Health Cash Plan on completion of probation giving you access to a minimum of £695 cash back for health treatments e.g. dental, therapies, optical, maternity/paternity, NHS prescriptions etc.
• Generous Occupational Maternity/Paternity pay.
• Get paid when you want – access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday using Dayforce Wallet.
• Access to an Employee Discount Platform from day one, with discounts and cashback for hundreds of retailers.
• An employee referral scheme that allows you to earn money for referring friends and family.

For an informal discussion about the job role please contact Tina Locke-Harries, Service Manager or Tracey Hart, Service Coordinator on 01454 614 941.

*Please refer to our Refer a Friend policy for full details of eligibility and terms.

Milestones Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all the individuals that it supports, and it expects the same commitment from all employees. If successful at interview, an enhanced DBS check will take place. (Formerly CRB) A criminal record is not necessarily a barrier to recruitment. Committed to Equality and Diversity for all. Registered Charity No. 294377.