Support Worker - Leeds

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine etablierte Wohltätigkeitsorganisation sucht einen engagierten Support Worker, der Menschen mit erworbenen Hirnverletzungen hilft. In dieser erfüllenden Rolle werden Sie in einem unterstützenden Team arbeiten, um individuelle Rehabilitationspläne umzusetzen und den Bewohnern zu helfen, ihre Lebensqualität zu verbessern. Sie werden in einem freundlichen Umfeld tätig sein, das Weiterbildung und persönliche Entwicklung fördert. Ihre Aufgaben umfassen die Unterstützung bei alltäglichen Aktivitäten, die Förderung von Unabhängigkeit und die Teilnahme an gemeinschaftlichen Aktivitäten. Wenn Sie Empathie, Teamgeist und die Fähigkeit zur Kommunikation mitbringen, freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Benefits

33 Tage Urlaub

Mitarbeiterunterstützungsprogramm

Schulungen und Unterstützung

Betriebliche Altersvorsorge

Gruppenlebensversicherung

Augenvergünstigungsschema

Kostenlose Parkplätze

Rabatte auf Essen und Einkaufen

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Genuine Empathie und Resilienz zur Unterstützung der Bewohner.
• Exzellente Kommunikationsfähigkeiten für die Interaktion mit Klienten.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung der Bewohner bei der Entwicklung unabhängiger Lebensfähigkeiten.
• Durchführung von täglichen Routinen und persönlicher Pflege.

Skills

Empathie

Teamarbeit

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Zeitmanagement

Job description

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Support Worker

Location: Leeds

Salary: Up to £13.50 per hour

Hours: 37.5 per week

Why join us?

Brainkind is a charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units, and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support individuals in regaining lost skills. We treat a range of brain injuries caused by trauma, illness, substance abuse, and more, helping individuals recover and achieve their personal goals.

Our employees are passionate and work as a strong team, supporting each other across our services. We value collaboration and dedication.

Main Purpose

This role is based at Osman House, a 16-bed unit in Scholes, Leeds, providing rehabilitation to individuals with acquired brain injuries. It offers a community environment where residents can address cognitive, behavioral, physical, and emotional challenges. You will be trained to provide personalized support following individual plans, focusing on developing independent living skills such as personal hygiene, meal prep, exercise, leisure, socializing, and personal care. The role involves organizing and participating in various activities both at Osman House and in the local community, including art, crafts, music, sports, gardening, shopping, and swimming. You will find great satisfaction in helping residents live more independently and pursue their desired lifestyles. We support your career development every step of the way.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Conduct yourself professionally at all times, acting as a role model to colleagues and service users, and contribute to delivering quality services.
2. Facilitate daily routines for service users, including personal care, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
3. Assist in developing support plans, risk assessments, and programs, maintaining accurate records as per guidelines.
4. Implement support plans tailored to individual needs, and report any concerns to the Team Leader to ensure quality care.

About You

We welcome applicants without specific experience; your personality and values are key. We will train you to become a great rehabilitation support worker if you:

• Have genuine empathy, positivity, patience, and resilience to support residents through rehabilitation.
• Enjoy teamwork and take pride in your work.
• Possess excellent face-to-face communication skills and good literacy.
• Have good time management skills and can prioritize tasks.

Rewards

Enjoy excellent benefits, including discounts on many brands and services:

• Competitive pay up to £13.50/hour
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, pro-rata)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Training and support
• Company Pension
• Group life assurance
• Eye voucher scheme
• Long service and staff awards
• Free parking
• Nationwide discounts on eating out and shopping
• Blue Light Card for NHS, emergency services, social care, and armed forces discounts

We prioritize employee wellbeing and career development, providing necessary training and learning opportunities. To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.

Note: We will shortlist and interview candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled, so apply promptly. Successful candidates will undergo compliance checks, including references and DBS/PVG checks.

Brainkind is a Disability Confident Employer and promotes diversity and inclusion through various policies and engagement forums.