Support Worker - Full Time Queensway

Forward Leeds; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking enthusiastic Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support. This rewarding role involves assisting clients to live independently and achieve meaningful lives, with a focus on person-centred support plans. The position offers a full-time contract with flexible working options and opportunities for ongoing training and career development. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community and enjoy benefits such as rising annual leave and an Employee Assistance Programme. If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Rising annual leave up to 33 days

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and career development

Refer A Friend initiative

Flexible working options

Income protection scheme

Free parking

Free life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in social care and ability to work various shifts.
• Strong communication skills and a caring attitude.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review person-centred support plans.
• Provide personal care and maintain accurate records.
• Support clients in social visits and skill development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Experience in Social Care

Job description

Not all jobs give you the satisfaction of seeing someone you work with achieve their true potential. Social Care is a truly rewarding career, and St Anne’s is a leading provider of care and support services in Yorkshire and the North East, with a reputation for high quality, person-centred services.

We are often recruiting for our operational teams and support staff. To discover more, see below.

Main area: Adult Social Care
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Range of Shifts - Weekends and Bank Holidays)
Job ref: B0399-7176484

Site: Queensway Town, Huddersfield
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Closing date: 06/05/2025 23:59

Job overview

Our Queensway service assists clients 24/7. We require enthusiastic, caring individuals to take clients out to access the community and achieve meaningful lives. Shifts include days, nights, and sleep-ins.

As a Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care to enable clients to live their best lives. A valid UK driving license is desirable due to the remote location.

Main duties of the job

• Develop and review person-centred support plans respecting clients’ views and aspirations.
• Support clients to live independently, supporting social visits, hobbies, and skill development.
• Communicate openly with clients and team members, maintaining integrity.
• Provide personal care respecting client dignity, if required.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily notes, involving clients where appropriate.

Working for our organisation

Benefits include:

• Rising annual leave up to 33 days (including holidays)
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Refer A Friend initiative
• Flexible working options (post-probation)
• Income protection scheme
• Free parking at most services
• Free life assurance

Detailed job responsibilities

• Provide care and support as per care plans, including personal care if needed.
• Maintain accurate written and numerical records.
• Perform personal care and domestic duties specific to each service.
• Meet physical requirements of the role, with adjustments considered for disabilities.
• Learn to use computer packages and undertake relevant training in care.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Communicate effectively with carers, families, inspectors, and external stakeholders.
• A UK driving license is desirable but not essential.

Person specification

Experience

• Ability to work various shifts, including weekends, bank holidays, and nights.
• Experience in Social Care.

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including disabled, BAME, LGBTQ+ communities. We are a Disability Confident employer. If disabled and meeting essential criteria, you will be offered an interview. Contact recruitment for reasonable adjustments.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, requiring a DBS disclosure.