Support Worker: Empower Independence, Wellbeing & Training

Jobtrain; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning training and career dev

Flexible Wagestream pay options

Wellbeing support: Digital GP, Couns.,

Discounts on mobiles, life assurance,)

Job summary

Hft is seeking a Support Worker to empower learning disabled adults to live life their way. You will support independence, participate in activities, and promote health and wellbeing while respecting choices.

The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts; driving licence is essential for commuting to the Day Service, Community and Garden Centre. Training and DBS checks will be provided.

Qualifications

• Patience, supportiveness, and respect for people’s choices.
• Positive, encouraging approach that celebrates achievement.
• Strong communication to build trusting relationships.
• Willingness to learn and work towards a Health and Social Care qualification.
• Confidence providing personal support when needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, waking and sleep-in shifts.
• Experience in social care welcome but not essential; values matter most.

Responsibilities

• Enable people to make their own choices and live life in their own way.
• Encourage participation in social, leisure, work, and community activities.
• Promote health, safety, and wellbeing while respecting decisions.
• Support attendance at health appointments and medication management.
• Build independence and self-belief over time.
• Assist with daily living and personal care when needed.
• Keep accurate records and follow safeguarding practices.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Flexibility

Learning mindset

Driving licence

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Hft is seeking a Support Worker to empower learning disabled adults to live life their way. You will support independence, participate in activities, and promote health and wellbeing while respecting choices.

The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts; driving licence is essential for commuting to the Day Service, Community and Garden Centre. Training and DBS checks will be provided.