Support Worker - Community

TN United Kingdom; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Support Worker in Christchurch, where you will empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives. This rewarding role involves assisting residents with daily tasks, promoting independence, and providing personal care. With a focus on community integration and skill development, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. The position offers career growth, a welcoming bonus, and comprehensive training, ensuring you are well-prepared to support those in need. Embrace this chance to contribute positively while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

£300 welcome bonus

Career development opportunities

12-week induction with training

Cycle to work scheme

Employee referral scheme

Access to discounts and cashback healthcare plans

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have access to a vehicle; non-drivers cannot be accommodated.
• Experience in personal care and community support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily tasks and community integration.
• Maintain accurate records of care plans and medication.

Skills

Driving

Communication

Personal Care

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Internal Learning Portal

Job description

Job Description:

Support Worker - Community

We define a support worker as someone who helps individuals live a fulfilled and independent life. Witnessing our clients achieve milestones, big or small, confirms we're providing the best care possible.

The Role:

We are recruiting a full-time driver for our community service in Christchurch. You will support two male residents in their late 30s to 40s with tasks such as transporting them to the farm day centre, grocery shopping, appointments, and gardening.

Additionally, at our independent living property in Southbourne, where residents have their own tenancies, support includes assistance with job applications, social activities, and community integration.

Pay:

£11.10/hour, increasing to £11.50 after successful probation.

A Typical Day:

• Sharing skills and life knowledge to promote independence
• Maintaining accurate records of care plans, finances, appointments, and medication
• Following and adapting support plans to ensure residents' comfort and happiness
• Providing personal care, including hygiene prompts, bathing, and medication assistance

Requirements:

Drivers must have access to their own vehicle; non-drivers cannot be accommodated.

Additional Information:

We offer a 24/7 service with various full and part-time hours, ideally within 8am-4pm or 4pm-10pm. Sleep-in shifts are available once a week.

• Rewarding role with career development opportunities
• £300 welcome bonus, with additional bonuses at three months and after probation (performance-dependent)
• 12-week induction with training, shadowing, coaching, and mentoring
• Opportunity to earn an accredited qualification post-probation
• Access to an internal learning portal for skill enhancement
• Cycle to work scheme
• Training in communication, positive behavior techniques, sign language
• Up to 33 days of pro-rata annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Employee referral scheme earning £400 per successful referral
• Benefits portal with discounts and cashback healthcare plans
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders