Support Worker (Social Care)

New Directions Rugby Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-ins paid

Overtime regularly available

Job summary

New Directions Rugby Ltd in Rugby is recruiting a Support Worker (Supported & Residential Living) to help people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health. You will support daily living skills, personal care, and decision making in accordance with individual support plans.

Full training and supervision are provided, with regular sleep-ins and overtime opportunities. Experience in social care is desirable but not essential; a genuine commitment to making a real difference is required,

Qualifications

• Experience in social care is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow care plans.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living skills and personal care according to support plans.
• Assist people to engage in activities, appointments and community participation.
• Maintain accurate records and support plan progress.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Record keeping

Prioritisation

People interaction

Job description

Support Worker (Supported & Residential Living) RUGBY

Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health

Salary £23,678.20 up to £24,957.92 per annum (£13.01 per hour, up to £13.52 per hour), pro rata for part time hours. Sleep-ins paid at the rate of £77.50 per session. Overtime regularly available

It is a genuine occupational requirement for some of the people we employ to be female to support people with their personal care. We therefore welcome applications from females for the position of Support Worker as permitted under Schedule 9 Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

The role involves enabling, encouraging and supporting people according to their support plans to maintain their skills in all aspects of daily living and to achieve their desired outcomes e.g. supporting people with personal care, to make choices and to actively take part in the running of their home. You will support people within the local community and beyond, to attend appointments and take part in social and leisure activities and ensure they maintain relationships with their friends and families. Your skills will include basic computer skills, the ability to maintain accurate records, to prioritise and show initiative, and you will enjoy interacting with a variety of people. We provide full training and regular supervision so that you can develop your skills and progress in your career.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive and friendly team.

Make a real difference in the lives of the people we support.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

A positive working environment where your contribution is valued.

Previous experience of providing care in a social care setting is desirable but not essential.