Support Worker/Senior Support Worker (BCPP4)

Swanton Care and Community; Poole; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A community services organization in Poole is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to aid individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Responsibilities include encouraging independence and facilitating community engagement. No prior experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided. This role offers competitive pay, guaranteed hours, and numerous benefits including paid training and support for mental wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid ongoing training

Guaranteed hours

Exclusive staff discounts

Paid holiday

Pension

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Willing to work towards relevant qualifications in Health & Social Care.
• Good understanding of individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
• Dedicated to providing quality care and support.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and help service users achieve personal goals.
• Support the safety and wellbeing of people relying on services.
• Engage service users in local community activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Compassion

Motivational attitude

Competent IT knowledge

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Earn competitive pay + develop and grow with a company that cares about you!

If you’re outgoing, friendly and passionate about people, you could make a real positive difference as a Support Worker in the Swanton Community Services Team in Poole.

You’ll be supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives within their community.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and help service users achieve personal goals
• Provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of people relying on our services
• Communicate well with service users using their chosen methods to support individuality
• Monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of a service user to management
• Support service users to engage in the local community from going shopping to attending events

Benefits

• Competitive pay – earn up to £30,596.80 per annum (inc 2 sleep/week)
• Guaranteed hours – full time & part time
• Exclusive staff discounts – offers on top brands
• Local work & paid mileage – short commutes helping local people
• Excellent career opportunities – develop yourself and your career
• Paid ongoing training – from our exclusive Training Academy Team
• Paid holiday – to support your personal life
• 24/7 support – for your health and mental wellbeing
• Pension – to help prepare for your future
• Refer-a-Friend scheme* – earn £400 for every friend that starts with us *T&Cs apply

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 2 Diploma or above in Health & Social Care
• Good understanding of working with individuals with a learning disability and autism
• Commitment to providing quality care and support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion and a motivational attitude at all times
• A responsible, dedicated and flexible approach to work
• Competent IT knowledge and computer skills
• No previous experience or qualifications are required. When you join, you’ll receive advanced training from our exclusive Training Academy where you’ll learn how to deliver high quality support.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply now to be a part of our fantastic Team and make the ‘Swanton Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion!