Support Worker (Independent Supported Living)

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

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their Independent Living Service team. This role focuses on providing person-centered support to help clients live independently, ensuring their safety and well-being. You'll manage your own caseload, build meaningful relationships, and collaborate with partner agencies to deliver tailored support. With a strong emphasis on care and respect, this position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable adults. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Additional day off on birthday

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking at many locations

Qualifications

• Proactive and enthusiastic with excellent time management.
• Comfortable with challenging conversations and maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to live independently at home.
• Manage own caseload and collaborate with partner agencies.

Skills

Listening Skills

Time Management

Organization Skills

ICT Skills

Resilience

Job description

Support Worker (Independent Supported Living)

Join to apply for the Support Worker (Independent Supported Living) role at Rietjens - British Cars & Parts.

Salary: £24,127 per annum + Car users allowance of £900 per annum

Location: Bath and surrounding areas

Type: Permanent, Full-Time, 37 hours/week

Closing Date: 5th May 2025

Do you want a role where your work makes a positive difference? Can you build effective relationships and possess excellent listening skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity within a fast-growing service.

Curo, a leading Housing Association in Bath, seeks a committed Support Worker to join the Independent Living Service team, part of the care and support division.

Why join Curo?

We focus on building futures, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of Care, Respect, Openness, Fairness, and Trust. We aim to deliver exceptional service and create opportunities for our colleagues to grow and succeed.

The Independent Living Service

• Provides person-centered support to individuals in the B&NES, Bristol, South Glos, and North Somerset areas.
• Supports clients to live independently through tailored plans, including safety installations, income maximization, aids and adaptations, shopping assistance, and medical appointment support.

Responsibilities

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

Ideal Candidate

• Proactive, enthusiastic, approachable.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Comfortable with challenging conversations, respectful, and confident.
• Good ICT skills; experience with mobile apps is desirable.
• Able to maintain professional boundaries and support planning.
• Resilient with understanding of issues faced by vulnerable adults.
• Driving license and transport with business insurance required due to travel across areas.

Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check required.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years.
• Additional day off on your birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, flexible benefits, and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme, free parking at many locations.