Support Worker (Independent Living)

Rietjens - British Cars & Parts; Bath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector is seeking a Support Worker for Independent Living to help clients maintain independence at home. The role requires excellent communication skills, time management, and a commitment to positive outcomes. Join a supportive team that values diversity and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Additional day off on your birthday

Contributory pension scheme up to 10%

Annual Rewards

Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits

Discounts

EAP

Free parking at many offices

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently within professional boundaries.
• Understanding of support planning and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to live independently at home.
• Manage your caseload and build rapport with clients.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to coordinate support.

Skills

Listening

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Enthusiasm

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

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Location

Bath

Salary and Contract

£24,127 per annum + car user allowance of £900 pa

Full Time, 11-month maternity cover contract, 37 hours per week

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 18th May 2025

About the Role

Do you want a role where your work makes a positive difference in people's lives? Can you build effective relationships with a wide range of people? Do you possess excellent listening skills and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for customers? If yes, we have an exciting opportunity within a fast-growing service.

Why Join Curo?

At Curo, we're about building futures, not just providing housing and care. We value diversity, transparency, and ethical treatment, and believe our colleagues are key to our success. We offer opportunities for growth, learning, and career progression, along with a culture based on Care, Respect, Openness, Fairness, and Trust.

The Independent Living Service

• Supports individuals in the B&NES, Bristol, South Glos, and North Somerset areas to live independently.
• Provides personalized support plans, from safety alarms to assistance with daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to live independently at home.
• Manage your caseload, build rapport, and understand client needs.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to coordinate support.

Candidate Profile

• Proactive, enthusiastic, approachable.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Comfortable handling challenging conversations with respect.
• Good listening skills and commitment to positive outcomes.
• Proficiency with ICT tools like Outlook and Microsoft Office; experience with mobile apps is a plus.
• Ability to work independently within professional boundaries.
• Understanding of support planning, risk assessment, and motivating clients.
• Resilience and awareness of issues faced by vulnerable adults.
• Driving license and access to transport with business insurance; ability to transport clients is essential.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years.
• Additional day off on your birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme up to 10%.
• Annual Rewards, Life Assurance, Flexible Benefits, Discounts, EAP, and free parking at many offices.

Additional Information

Role involves travel across B&NES, Bristol, and North Somerset. A Disclosure and Barring Check will be required.