Support Worker (Driving Required) – The Wilf Ward Family Trust

Totaljobs Group Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established charity where your work will truly make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. As a Support Worker, you will engage in diverse activities that empower those with learning disabilities and complex needs, ensuring they lead fulfilling lives. With a focus on compassion and collaboration, you will provide essential support in their daily activities while receiving full training to excel in your role. This is an incredible opportunity to unlock your potential, grow professionally, and positively impact your community. If you are passionate about helping others and ready for a fulfilling challenge, this role is for you.

Benefits

Growth and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Meaningful work experience

Qualifications

• No experience needed; full training provided.
• Values such as kindness, compassion, and empathy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Assist with social activities, personal care, and life skills.
• Deliver individual support plans tailored to each person.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Communication

Life Skills Support

Physical Support

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Support Worker (Driving Required) – The Wilf Ward Family Trust

This job application is restricted to applicants in the UK only.

• £12.05 per hour (£12.95 nights) plus additional for weekend work

Various shift patterns available - Full and Part time roles

Driving Required

Days, Nights, and Weekends and Sleep Ins

Empower lives with The Wilf Ward Family Trust

Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same but most importantly where the work you do has a massive impact on people's lives?

The Wilf Ward Family Trust has an excellent opportunity for Support Workers to join our passionate and motivated team in Scarborough. Our fantastic team is dedicated to supporting others to live their best lives.

Why choose us?

• Join an established and respected charity making a meaningful difference.
• Work alongside a supportive and passionate team.
• Unlock your potential with growth and development opportunities.
• Make a lasting impact and help individuals thrive.

What will your day look like?

At the core of our mission is enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs, driven by collaboration, compassion, and understanding. No two days are the same in this role; some days are steady and others are hectic trying to fit everything in. You may have to juggle appointments, but that is the challenge and what makes the role interesting and gives you job satisfaction. On a day-to-day basis you will support with:

• Socialising and attending community activities, promoting hobbies & interests.
• Providing physical support, including helping with household tasks and personal care.
• Supporting with life skills, such as shopping and money management.
• Delivering individual support plans.

No experience needed - we provide FULL training and will give you the skills you will need to become an excellent Support Worker. Things we can’t teach are values such as kindness, compassion, empathy, and a desire to make a difference, so it’s important that you already have these.

Please be aware it’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices.

Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.