Support Worker - Supported Living

Making Space; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization based in Liverpool is seeking a Supported Living Support Worker. This role involves helping adults live independently, including various support tasks such as medication assistance and community access. The position offers flexible training opportunities without requiring prior experience. Ideal candidates are empathetic, patient, and possess a sense of humor, aiming to positively impact clients' lives in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access up to 30% of wages earned

Health service discounts

Up to 28 days holidays per year

Double time for holidays

Professional development opportunities

Travel expense schemes

Pension scheme

Paid sick leave

Qualifications

• Personal values that align with company values.
• Willingness to undergo on-the-job training.
• Ability to support individuals in their living arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Support adults in living independently.
• Assist with medication and community access.
• Handle varying daily tasks with a positive attitude.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Sense of humour

Job description

We have an opportunity available for a Supported Living Support Worker to join the team at Devonshire Road based in Liverpool, L8 3TX.

Salary: £12.60 per hour | Weekly Hours: 21

About Making Space

We are a team that is driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.

• Kind Hearts – generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging.
• Tailor Making – nurturing unique relationships to make every day count.
• Dreaming Big – harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step.
• Having Courage – committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places.
• Being Ready – responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together.

Responsibilities

As a Support Worker in Supported Living you'll be supporting adults on a person-centered basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation. From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. Think on your feet and truly understand our clients' needs with a big smile that lights up our service users' faces. Patience and a sense of humour are also key qualities we're looking for.

Qualifications

We do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role. We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align with ours here at Making Space.

Benefits

• Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn.
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts.
• Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time).
• Double time for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
• Employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply.
• Access to our library of learning through our e-portal.
• Invest in your career progression with level 2-6 qualifications in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and continuous professional development.
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses.
• Colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards.
• Pension Scheme – 3% employer contribution as a minimum.
• Paid Sick leave.

Legal and Equal Opportunity

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer. We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.