Support Worker - Supported Living Service

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Job summary

A reputable care provider seeks a Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities and mental health conditions in Birmingham. No prior experience is required; however, applicants should possess empathy and teamwork skills. This role offers a starting salary of £26,682 and various training opportunities.

Benefits

Fully paid induction and training

Access to Early Pay scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Show empathy and genuine interest in helping others.
• Committed to learning and professional growth.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives.
• Promote safety, wellbeing, and dignity.
• Support access to community and hobbies.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Teamwork

Resilience

Job description

Support Worker Learning Disabilities & Mental Health
Location: Druids Heath, South Birmingham
Salary: Starting at £26,682 (pro rata)
Hours: Average of 42 hours per week, permanent contract (shift-based including weekends)

About the Company
Care Through The Millennium (CTTM) is a well-established and respected care provider supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and behaviours that challenge. Since 1986, we ve been committed to providing compassionate, person-centred care through our residential and supported living services across South Birmingham and Warwickshire.

Many of our team members joined without prior experience in care and with our support, training, and development pathways, have progressed into qualified and management roles.

We currently have exciting opportunities available at our residential home in Kings Norton. Whether you're an experienced carer or seeking a new and meaningful career, we d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities
As a Support Worker, you ll assist the individuals we support to live fulfilling, independent lives. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Encouraging and empowering individuals to reach their full potential
• Promoting safety, wellbeing, and dignity at all times and ensuring compliance with company and sector legislation including safeguarding
• Supporting access to the community, hobbies, and social activities
• Assisting with daily living tasks and personal care
• Working collaboratively with a supportive team on a rota basis

Ensure best practice is followed by following guidelines with the care given to the young people.

Carry out domestic tasks to maintain the upkeep of the home and ensure health and safety is followed.

Following care plans provided for individuals and ensure that any relevant documentation is completed.

Skills & Qualities
You don t need previous experience just the right values and attitude. We re looking for people who:

• Show empathy, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in helping others
• Are committed to learning and professional growth
• Can adapt to different situations and think on their feet
• Be resilient and be able to manage challenging behaviors in a caring and considered manner
• Work well as part of a team and independently
• Have the right to live and work in the UK

Benefits

• Starting salary of £26,682 (pro rata)
• Fully paid induction and access to accredited training programs (Care Diplomas & Apprenticeships up to Level 5)
• Access to our Early Pay scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts across retail and leisure
• Wellbeing Support - Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Team Member of the Month recognition programme

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. All applicants must provide proof of right to work in the UK.

At CTTM, we are committed to promoting the welfare of the individuals in our care by providing a safe and secure environment and all employees are subject to Safer Recruitment checks and guidelines. An enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory employment references are required for this role prior to commencing employment.