Support Worker (Supported Accommodation)

Inicio-Group-Ltd-1; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and training

Employee Assistance Programme

Cash Health Plan

Pension Scheme

Holiday entitlement (5.6 weeks)

Learning & Development Programme

DBS costs refunded after probation

Long service awards

Crisis Fund

Referral Programme

Company Events

Welcome bonus

Job summary

Inicio Group Ltd is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our accommodation services in Preston. You will work with young people aged 16 to 19, promoting independence and helping them transition to adulthood on a 38-hour, full-time rota.

The role includes a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and benefits such as a £500 welcome bonus, pension, health plan, and DBS support. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required to enable outreach and on-site support.

Qualifications

• Level 3/4 in Health & Social Care (desirable).
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience (desirable).
• Valid driving licence and access to own vehicle (required).
• Minimum age 19 (required).
• DBS on Update Service (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Work with young people to promote independence and transition to adulthood.
• Collaborate with multiagency partners to provide wrap-around support.
• Be a positive role model through reliable communication and conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Person-centred approach

Education

Level 3/4 in Health & Social Care

DBS on Update Service

Job description

SUPPORT WORKER (SUPPORTED ACCOMMODATION)
Required for our service in Preston

• £500 welcome bonus (£250 on successful completion of induction, £250 on successful completion of probation)
• Full time - 38 hours per week (Day time hours)
• 3 week rolling rota
• £13.00ph - £13.50ph
  

Who are we:

Inicio is one of the UK’s largest providers of Care, Support, and Education to Children, Young People, & Families. We are looking for committed, motivated and resilient Support Workers who have a passion and ambition to support young people aged 16 to 19, who are transitioning from residential or foster care, present as homeless or are unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

Benefits of working for Inicio Group Ltd:

• Intensive 3 week/80-hour induction and full training.
• Employee Assist Programme.
• Cash Health Plan
• Pension Scheme.
• 5.6 weeks holiday entitlement (215.6 hrs) (Jan - Dec) extra 1 day after 1 years service.
• Comprehensive Learning & Development Programme.
• DBS costs refunded after probation.
• Long service awards
• Crisis Fund for times of hardship.
• Referral Programme
• Company Events

Job description:

Are you looking to be part of a passionate and person-centred team?

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of young people leaving care?

Do you want to support young people to fulfil their potential by enabling them to embrace their past, live for today and look forward to a brighter future?

Do you want to be part of a company that values its staff and workforce?

As a Support Worker your role will be to work alongside young people, actively promoting independence and preparing them to transition into adulthood.

Working on a multiagency basis and in partnership with internal and external professionals to ensure young people are given the correct wrap around support and are treated equally, as individuals, and without discrimination.

If you have excellent written and verbal communication skills, are resilient and committed to the support worker role and most importantly you will conduct yourself as a positive role model for young people and colleagues we want to hear from you.

Experience & Qualifications

• Level 3/4 in Health & Social Care. (Desired)
• Minimum of 1 years’ relevant experience. (Desired)
• Hold a valid Driving licence and access to own vehicle. (Required)
• Minimum age requirement of 19 years of age. (Required)
• DBS on Update System. (Desired)

Please note: Inicio Group adhere to safer recruitment policy and practice. If successful in the role, all candidates are subject to pre-employment checks. Candidates will be required to make a payment for right to work checks, ID checks, and DBS applications (where applicable) . This charge will be a maximum of£74.70, and any costs are refundable to the employee after completion of induction.

Welcome bonus T&C's:

Inicio Group reserves the right to reclaim the welcome bonus if the employee voluntarily leaves or is dismissed for misconduct within 12 months of their start date. Any reclaim will be calculated on a pro-rata basis at 1/12th of the total bonus for each full month not completed.