Support Worker - Ealing

Web Recruit Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays & pension scheme

24-hour Employee Assistance

Paid Enhanced DBS

Salary sacrifice schemes: Travel to/2o

Cycle to work scheme

Gym Membership & Tech Purchase

Job summary

Certitude is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help people in their homes and communities live the lives they choose. You will build relationships, promote participation, and tailor support to individual strengths and goals while encouraging engagement in meaningful activities.

You will work with individuals who may face mental health needs or learning disabilities, and you may be required to drive a 7-seater van. Training and ongoing coaching are provided to support career development.

Qualifications

• Can support people who may challenge (verbally, physically), particularly people on the autistic spectrum.
• Can keep calm and confident in challenging situations.
• Have knowledge/experience of supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and profound learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Building great relationships with people we support and the people important to their lives.
• Promoting choice and participation in daily tasks.
• Co-creating opportunities for people to try new things and offering information to support people to make their own choices.
• Offering personalised support by working with people’s strengths to build their confidence and overcome obstacles.
• Encouraging people to participate in activities that bring them joy and meaning.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Calm under pressure

People-facing support

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Locations where positions are available are: Ealing (UB1 / UB6)

• A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays & enrolment onto a pension scheme
• 24-hour Employee Assistance
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Salary sacrifice schemes available: Travel to work loan, Cycle to work Scheme, Gym Membership & Tech Purchase

About the role

As a Support Worker, you will work directly with people in their homes and in the community. You will be expected to support people with a variety of needs, enabling them to live the lives they want.

Duties will include:

• Building great relationships with people we support and the people important to their lives
• Promoting choice and participation when supporting people with daily tasks
• Co-creating opportunities for people to try new things and offering information to support people to make their own choices
• Offering personalised support by working with people’s strengths to build their confidence and overcome obstacles with the aim of achieving their goals
• Encouraging people to participate in activities that bring them joy and meaning

About the Organisation

We have a passion for life and make it our mission to support people in living the life they desire, whatever that may be. We care about the people we support and the work we do, and we would love for you to join us at Certitude.

Read more about us on our website and visit our work for us page. You can also learn about us through our Values and Behaviours.

About you

We recognise that everyone, regardless of their personal history, has talents, abilities and unique personal qualities. Through a focus on individual strengths, abilities and capabilities, our person-centred way of thinking and working inspires people to be their best. To be a Support Worker at Certitude, it is essential you:- Can support people who may challenge (verbally, physically), particularly people on the autistic spectrum- Can keep calm and confident in challenging situations- Have work or personal experience supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and profound learning disabilities- Possess a manual driving licence and be able to drive a 7-seater van (ideally)- Have knowledge of the Transforming Care Agenda- Have good telephone skills with the ability to respond to requests- Are willing to respond to incidents and take the leadYou will be given training, development and coaching to help you feel confident in providing great support and to help you advance in your career.

Other information

All our posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as a full employment history and employment references. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and support provided and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Application Process

We reserve the right to close vacancies before the date stated when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. You are advised to submit your completed application form as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered.

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