Support Worker (Community Enablement)

Germane Care Group; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care service provider in Bishop's Stortford is looking for a compassionate Support Worker to provide person-centred support to children and young people. This role involves helping clients develop independence and improve their quality of life through daily activities and engagement. Applicants must have experience with disabilities and a valid driving licence. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting CYP with disabilities, complex needs, or mental health conditions.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and the Children’s & Families Act 2014.
• Valid driving licence required for transporting clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support to CYP.
• Work closely with families and professionals to design personalised plans.
• Manage challenging behaviour and support with personal care.

Skills

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Ability to engage CYPs

Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support

Experience with disabilities

Job description

Overview

Job Overview (NO SPONSORSHIP)

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. In this vital role, you will provide support to CYPs in various settings, including home, care facilities, assisted living environments, communities, day centres and education setting. Your primary focus will be to enhance the quality of life for those you support by offering support, companionship, assistance with daily activities and helping them do the extraordinary every day.

Responsibilities

• As a Community Enablement Support Worker you will provide high‑quality, person‑centred support to CYP so that they can participate safely in community life and build independence while giving families confidence and respite.
• You will work closely with parents, schools and health professionals to design and deliver personalised plans that maximise CYP’s independence, health and wellbeing and support their cultural, emotional and developmental needs.

Core (Basic) Support

• Provide specialised care for clients using tailored approaches to meet their unique needs.
• Provide 1:1 support (occasionally 2:1 for specific activities) to help CYP access the community, develop friendships and practice daily living skills.
• Support CYP with prompting for personal care where required (e.g., prompting with toileting, dressing or meals) and encourage them to undertake tasks themselves whenever possible.
• Engage the CYP in preventative, age‑appropriate activities; show genuine interest and take part alongside them to build rapport.
• Accompany CYP to community clubs and activities, day trips, sport and interest groups, and outings in the natural environment or local play facilities.
• Facilitate participation in mainstream and specialist activities and help CYP develop social relationships and life skills.

Intensive Support

• Deliver delegated tasks (following training from health professionals) ensure moving and handling plans and equipment are followed.
• Participate in multi‑disciplinary meetings, provide detailed incident reports.
• Contribute to the continuous review and adjustment of PBS and communication plans.
• Manage challenging behaviour ensuring right de‑escalation techniques are used to manage situations.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and friendly manner, with a zeal for person‑centred care and the ability to engage children and young people.
• Experience supporting CYP with disabilities, complex needs, autism, learning disabilities or mental health conditions, and understanding of safeguarding and the Children’s & Families Act 2014.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support, de‑escalation techniques and therapeutic approaches (e.g., STEPS or PROACT‑SCPi).
• Previous experience working with individuals who are neuro diverse including Autism and ADHD is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with CYPs and their families.
• A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driving licence is REQUIRED for transporting clients when necessary (mileage will be paid).
• Willingness to travel within the community is a MUST as this is a community enablement support worker role.
• Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we support by providing exceptional care and companionship!