Support Worker/Senior Support Worker (DD5)

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

Job summary

A dedicated support services provider in Dorchester is seeking a Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Responsibilities include promoting independence, ensuring well-being, and engaging service users in the community. This role offers competitive pay, excellent career opportunities, and development through ongoing training. If you're compassionate and eager to make a difference, apply now to join our team.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Exclusive staff discounts

Paid ongoing training

Paid holiday

Pension plan

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.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and personal goal achievement.
• Provide support for safety and wellbeing of service users.
• Monitor and report changes in health or circumstances.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion

Patience

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Full time and part time opportunities available. 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 in Dorchester. You’ll be supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives within their community.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging – promote independence where possible & encourage service users to achieve personal goals
• Supportive – provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of people relying on our services
• Compassionate – communicate well with service users using their chosen methods to support individuality
• Observant – monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of a service user to management
• Engaging – support service users to engage in the local community from going shopping to attending events

You’ll enjoy…

• Competitive pay – earn up to £30,596.80 (including 2 sleep in's)
• Guaranteed hours - part time & full 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 £300 for every friend that starts with us *T&Cs apply

You’ll need…

• 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
• 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!