Support Worker - Wadebridge - Cornwall

HF Trust; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated support organization in Wadebridge is seeking a Learning Disability Support Worker. You will help adults with learning disabilities develop independence and learn new skills through daily activities. The ideal candidate is empathetic and patient, with a passion for making a difference. Full training will be provided, and the role includes competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Pension scheme

Generous leave

Full training and development

Fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Health & wellbeing benefits

Retail and leisure discounts

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities is preferred, but full training will be provided.
• Driving is preferred due to limited public transport.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Support learning disabled adults with daily living tasks.
• Encourage independence and help explore new interests.
• Provide emotional and practical support to improve quality of life.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Learning Disability Support Worker – Join Our Team! At Hft, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live the best life possible. As a Support Worker, you’ll help learning disabled adults learn new skills, develop independence, build confidence, and explore new interests. Every day is different - you could be supporting someone with daily tasks like cooking and shopping, helping them access the community, or encouraging them to try a new hobby. Your role is to provide the right level of support while promoting choice and independence.

Why Join Us?

At Hft, we believe in creating a supportive and rewarding workplace. We offer:

• Competitive pay – £12.60 per hour plus enhanced rates for Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – Helping you plan for the future
• Generous leave – 33 days including Bank Holidays, so you can recharge
• Full training and development – No experience? No problem! We’ll support you every step of the way
• Fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care – Earn while you learn
• Health & wellbeing benefits – Employee assistance program, mental health support, and wellbeing initiatives
• Retail and leisure discounts – Save on shopping, entertainment, and travel
• Supportive team environment – Work alongside like-minded people who share your passion

Do you feel like our values - Kind, Diverse, Positive and Visionary - are a good match to your values? Then we’ve got lots in common already. Come on board and support learning disabled adults with those very values to develop skills, achieve their life goals and thrive in your community. Apply today to our Wadebridge Service and start your journey with us!

Location: Wadebridge

Driving preferred – Public transport is limited

Right to work in the UK on a full-time/part-time basis without the need for sponsorship

Shifts: Shifts will usually start around 8am - 10pm & various times in between & Weekends & Sleep-in (2 a week for full time)

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