Support Worker - Hoylake and West Kirby Area

Support 2 Independence; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support service in the Wirral is seeking a Support Worker to assist individuals with learning and physical disabilities. This role involves providing care in a homely environment, supporting recreational activities, and maintaining accurate health records. Ideal candidates are kind, compassionate, and possess good communication skills. Full training is provided, making this a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make a difference. Competitive pay and benefits including a new starter bonus and lots of discounts are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Workplace Pension

In-house training

£200 New Starter Bonus

Staff Referral Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Discounts via Westfield Rewards

Qualifications

• Kind and compassionate individuals who genuinely care for people with disabilities.
• Dynamic individuals willing to help others lead fulfilled lives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in a homely environment.
• Provide 24/7 care on a rolling rota.
• Support individuals in social and recreational activities.
• Ensure accurate records and monitor health status.

Skills

Kind and compassionate

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Experience as support worker preferred

Job description

Support Worker - Hoylake / West Kirby area

Support2Independence About Us :

We area people centred service for adults withlearning and physicaldisabilities. Our supported living schemes encourage independence andassistindividualsinliving positive and meaningful lives as part of the community.We work to enrich lives through maximising their personal potentialwhilstremovingbarriers and wideninghorizons for the people we support.

Support2Independence are rated as Outstanding by CQC and are also accredited by the National Autistic Society. We have support schemes on the Wirral,Cheshire West(in theOverpoolarea)andprovideoutreach services in the wider community.

Are you looking for a rewarding career making a real difference in people’s lives? Then look no further, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Support Worker.

Whoare welookingfor :

Kind and compassionateindividuals, who showagenuine interest and commitment to caring for people withlearning / physical disabilities / mental health issues.

Dynamicand passionateindividualswilling to helpthe people we supporttolead fulfilled livesto a high standard of carewithin one of our vibrantschemes.

Experienceas asupport worker, carer, or healthcare assistantpreferredbut not essentialasfulltrainingandguidanceis supplied.

Strong communicationand interpersonal skills, withthe ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Full driving licence desirable but not essential.

• Support2Independence is not able to offer sponsorship / work visas to applicants

Whatwill yoube doing :

You’llbe workingas part ofa warm friendly team,based within one of ourschemesassistingthe people we supportin a homely environment.

Supplying24 / 7 care on a rolling rota - covering early, late, wake nightsand weekend shifts.

Playinga pivotal role in an individual’s care team, supporting them to maximise independence, and giving them the opportunity to live their life to the fullest.

Helpingindividualsparticipatein social and recreational community-based activities.

Supportingindividuals intheir daily activities,accompanyingthem to appointments and outings.

Ensuringall records are up-to-date andaccurate.Monitoringand reportingchanges in behaviour or health status.

Helping tomaintaina safe and clean environment for individuals.

Benefits

Competitive pay- Time and a half for Bank Holidays

Workplace Pension

Comprehensive in house trainingand opportunity to complete level 2 and 3 NVQ in Adult Health Social Care with external trainer

£200 New Starter Bonusfor all new staff who pass probation

£75 Staff Referral Schemeavailable to existing staff and paid once new staff member passes probation.

Westfield Health - Benefits Include :

Health Cash Plan allowing you to claim money back towards cost of your essential health care (limits apply)

Optical, Dental, Physiotherapy and more

Provides access to health and wellbeing services

Westfield Rewards(through smart spending app).Benefits include :

Discounts and rewards from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants and destinations.

Access to exclusive discount sites

Access to Blue Light CardA discount scheme for healthcare workers.Benefits :

Provides all members with thousands of discounts online and on the highstreet