Support Worker - Bedford (MK40)

Affinity Trust; Bedford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing scheme

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Pension & Life Assurance

Fully funded health plan

Job summary

Affinity Trust in Bedford is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs live fulfilling lives.

You will provide daily living support, encourage independence and community involvement, with full training and the opportunity to gain an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. Sleep-ins and flexible shifts are part of the role.

We value patience and a positive attitude and offer benefits including wellbeing scheme and health cover.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy to support people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs.
• Willingness to learn and develop in health and social care settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support people to enjoy daily routines and achieve personal goals.
• Encourage independence, choice and community involvement.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with those you support.
• Assist with daily living activities as required and work with a compassionate team.

Skills

Patience

Kindness

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Location: Bedford - MK40 Rate: £13.00 per hour Hours: Full Time (37.5 hrs) Training: Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care Sponsorship: Not available

How would you feel if you knew you would change lives and make a difference in someone's life experience?

As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you will make a difference every day, supporting people to live their best lives and giving them confidence, choice, and independence.

At this location in Bedford, you'll be supporting ladies with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs to enjoy fulfilling and meaningful lives. One day could involve a visit to a day centre, the next supporting someone to develop a new hobby or achieve a personal goal. Your support helps people live as independently as possible and in the way they choose.

We provide full training and support, including the opportunity to gain an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. While experience can be beneficial, what matters most is your patience, kindness, positive attitude, and willingness to make a real difference.

This role requires flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early, late, weekend, and sleep-ins. Sleep-ins are an essential part of the role, and candidates must be willing and able to undertake these as part of their regular working pattern.

How you’ll make a difference

• Support people to enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
• Encourage independence, choice, and community involvement
• Build positive relationships based on trust and respect
• Support with daily living activities when required
• Work as part of a compassionate, dedicated, and supportive team
• Buy & sell annual leave
• Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
• Wellbeing scheme
• Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Pension & Life Assurance
• An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).

We’re committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

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