Support Worker | Learning Disabilities

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Amazon voucher

Induction & training

Annual leave

Company pension

Overtime opportunities

Paid DBS check

Group Life Insurance

Employee referral bonus

Wellbeing support

Staff events

Job summary

Mary Rush Care Ltd in Hassocks is recruiting female 1:1 support workers to assist a young woman with a mild learning disability and epilepsy in her home and in the community.

Roles include driving to activities, promoting independence, personal care where needed, and monitoring wellbeing. Full and part-time hours available with permanent and zero-hours contracts; DBS paid and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting someone with epilepsy.
• Promoting independence and daily living skills.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in an emergency.
• Willingness to undergo training to support with medication.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred 1:1 support at home and in the community.
• Support college, social and leisure activities.
• Encourage independence and everyday living skills.
• Support with personal care where required.
• Provide attentive support in relation to epilepsy and seizures.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in wellbeing or emergencies.
• Support with medication once trained and authorised.
• Complete accurate records and work closely with family and the wider support team.

Skills

Epilepsy experience

Daily living skills

Record keeping

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Location: Hassocks, West Sussex
Pay: £13.85-£14.75 per hour
Hours: Full time & part time hours available (days & nights)
Contract: Permanent & Zero-Hours Contracts Available

Join a Brand-New 1:1 Support Service

We're opening a brand-new 1:1 support service in Hassocks and are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Female Support Workers to join our team.

You'll support a young woman in her early twenties with a mild learning disability and epilepsy, both in her new home and out in the community.

She is cheerful, friendly and sociable, attends college and enjoys spending time with friends, social events, drama, swimming, the gym, cinema and shopping.

This is a rewarding opportunity to build a genuine relationship, promote independence and support someone to enjoy the activities and experiences that are important to them.

Plus, there are some great extras too, including a paid DBS, overtime opportunities, a £25 Amazon birthday voucher, an employee referral bonus and a casual dress code.

The Role

You will:

• Provide person-centred 1:1 support at home and in the community
• Support college, social and leisure activities
• Encourage independence and everyday living skills
• Support with personal care where required
• Provide attentive support in relation to epilepsy and seizures
• Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in wellbeing or emergencies
• Support with medication once trained and authorised
• Complete accurate records and work closely with family and the wider support team

Day Support – 10 or 29 hours per week

Supporting college, community activities and everyday life.

A full UK driving licence is essential for this role, as you will need to be able to support the individuals we support with activities and appointments in the community.

Night Support – 20 or 30 hours per week

Providing attentive overnight support and monitoring to maintain safety and wellbeing.

Driving is not required.

Zero-hours contracts are available for both day and night shifts.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is caring, patient, reliable and calm, with the confidence to work independently and use their initiative.

• Experience supporting someone with epilepsy
• Experience promoting independence and daily living skills
• Good communication and record-keeping skills
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in an emergency
• Reliable and committed to providing consistent support

For day roles:

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities
• Previous 1:1 support experience
• A Health & Social Care qualification

No formal care qualification? That's okay. Full training will be provided, including specialist training relevant to the individual you'll be supporting.

Why Join SDR?

• Amazon voucher on your birthday
• Fully paid induction and specialist training
• Annual leave including Bank Holidays, pro rata
• Company pension - 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, if eligible.
• Company sick payfollowing successful completion of probation
• Group Life Insurance - 2x annual salary, available after six months' service, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Employee Referral Bonus - £200 on appointment + £300 after one year
• Supportive team environment and ongoing development
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid DBS check (Conditions apply)
• Access to employee wellbeing/support services
• Christmas parties and regular staff events, fully paid for by the company

If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, build a positive relationship and support someone's independence, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: This role is open to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. We cover the cost of your DBS, with the cost only reclaimed if you leave within your first 6 months

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable applicants are appointed.

SDR is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from Individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment.

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Screening Questions

• What values are important to you when supporting others, and how do you put these into practice in your work?
• What previous experience do you have that you feel would help you succeed in this role?
• Do you have experience supporting individuals with epilepsy?
• Do you hold a current, valid UK driving licence?Please note: a valid UK driving licence is required for day support worker roles
• Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship?
• Do you have any questions for us, or further information you would like to provide us with?