Support Worker Blackpool Council Blackpool and Fylde £27,711 Expires on 30/05/2025

Blackpool; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community service provider in Blackpool seeks a dedicated Support Worker to assist individuals in maximizing their independence. The role involves providing advice, practical support, and collaborating with health and social care professionals. Join a motivated team with opportunities for professional development and hybrid working.

Benefits

Professional Development Plans

Excellent Training

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Experience in Adult Social Care.
• Ability to work with health and social care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in a community setting.
• Provide advice and practical assistance.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Education

Essential Qualifications

Job description

Contract Type: Temporary 12 month or until return of the current post holder

Contract Hours: 37 per week

Salary: NJC Grade E SCP 12-17 £27,711 - £30,060 per annum

Closing Date: 30th May 2025 at 23:59pm

We have an interesting opportunity for an enthusiastic and organised individual to work as a Support Worker in a local community setting and to work within Adult Social Care. The role involves meeting individuals who require support and advice about services available to help people to maximise their independence by signposting, giving advice and practical assistance. It also involves working with other professionals (Health and Social Care) and with other services.

We offer a competitive salary, opportunity for progression, excellent training including a thorough induction, essential training matrix linked to your role and professional development plans and hybrid working. You will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues.

Please contact Kirsten Jones Simmonds Team Manager on 01253 478429 for any further information / enquiries regarding to the post.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and amendments to the exemptions order, which mean that certain offences are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed, guidance on the "filtering" of offences can be found at New filtering rules for DBS certificates (from 28 November 2020 onwards) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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