Support Worker (Sudbury)

ivolve care & support; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in the UK is looking for dedicated support workers in Sudbury. The role involves helping adults with various needs, ensuring they live fulfilling lives in their own homes. Candidates should have a good general education and a passion for making a difference. The position offers competitive pay and extensive benefits including flexible shifts, annual leave, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

Paid birthday off after a year of service

£300 refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Commitment to the aims and objectives of the home and of the organization.
• Satisfactory Police Check and check against the ISA List (where applicable).
• A commitment to undertake training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with different needs such as learning disabilities and mental health.
• Empower individuals to live fulfilling lives in a safe environment.
• Manage medication and assist with daily activities.

Skills

Honesty

Reliability

Passion to make a difference

Education

Good general education

Job description

Location: Sudbury,CO10 0EW

Shifts: Full time, Part time 30 hours and 20 hours (monday - sunday on a rota basis with alternating weekends)

Pay Rate:£12.21 - £12.47 per hour (dependent on qualifications)

About Us

We’re one of the largest adult social care providers in the UK today – and we plan to keep growing and benefiting more lives.

Our support is dynamic, person-centred and fulfilling, so people can enjoy a flourishing life. We deliver care and support with energy, passion and positivity.

Through our Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services, we support people’s interests and inspire new ones. We do this through a mix of bigger planned activities and smaller everyday goals and tasks. We really understand each individual, so we create a person-centred plan to help them Strive every day.

We\'re very proud to be recognised as one of the best organisations to work in by ‘The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025’.

Role Overview

• You’ll support adults with lots of different needs such as learning disabilities, autism, ABI and mental health
• You’ll support them to flourish in a place they call home. You’ll empower the people we support to be ambitious and live fulfilled lives
• You’ll give high-quality support tailored to people’s needs
• You’ll do activities like cooking, art or listening to music. And get out for movie nights and food outings
• There is of course practical support too and helping people to reach their goals in smaller ways. You’ll manage medication, shopping, health needs and hygiene as well as keep things tidy and safe
• And of course, you’ll follow our procedures, so we give consistent, safe, and reliable care and support

Key Skills and Experience

Essential

• Good general education
• Honesty, reliability, trustworthiness, and a passion to make a difference
• Commitment to the aims and objectives of the home and of Ivolve
• Satisfactory Police Check and check against the ISA List (where applicable)
• A commitment to undertake training and development

Desirable

• RQF Level 2 or above in social care
• Previous experience within social care setting
• Knowledge and commitment regarding Equal Opportunities
• Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks
• Confident IT user

Our Support

We go beyond expectations for our colleagues as well as the people we support. Our reward package includes much more than pay, 5.6 weeks annual leave, flexible working hours and pension. Your birthday off with pay after a year of service and there is a £300 refer a friend scheme too!

In addition, we also offer the following:

• Industry-leading recognition
• Social, financial and emotional wellbeing
• Training and development to reach your potential

If you’re ready for a job that can truly make a difference and you’re up for a challenge, then this is the role for you!

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