Support Worker - Wakefield (Respite Services)

The Avalon Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support charity in Wakefield seeks a Support Worker to provide essential personal care and support in Short Breaks services. This role offers flexibility, in-house training, and opportunities to develop valuable skills while making a positive impact in the community. Hourly rates start at £12.27, with enhanced rates for weekends and nights.

Benefits

Paid mileage

Enhanced weekend rates

In-house training

Qualifications

• Compassionate, driven, and caring individuals needed.
• In-house training available for skill development.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and administer medication.
• Support customers in Short Breaks services.

Skills

Compassionate

Caring

Enthusiastic

Education

No previous experience required

Job description

Overview

As a Support Worker, you'll be part of an experienced and passionate team delivering vital support to our customers, including personal care and administration of medication. In this Short Breaks service, your support will also be providing valuable respite for our customer's friends and family - this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference within your community.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and administer medication as part of care delivery.
• Support customers in Short Breaks services and provide respite for their friends and family.

Qualifications & Attributes

• No previous experience or qualifications required.
• Compassionate, driven, and caring individuals who are enthusiastic about making a difference to people\'s lives and delivering high-quality care.
• In-house training available to develop the skills needed to perform the role with confidence.

About Avalon Group

Avalon Group is an award-winning charity with over 30 years\' experience in providing person-centred support to adults with care support needs. We pride ourselves in promoting independence and choice, enabling the people we support to achieve their best life experience. At Avalon, we live everyday by our values of respect, honesty, learning & development, inclusion and partnership working.

Benefits & Career

Looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where you can develop lifelong skills? Why join the Avalon team? Hourly rates start at £12.27 with enhanced rates for weekends and nights, plus paid mileage and lots of great benefits. Our charity is over 30 years old, providing you with a secure role and scope to develop.

Employment Details

Shifts are varied, with full-time, part-time, and casual contract options available. There is an expectation to work split shifts (7am-11am and 2pm-10pm). Flexibility is key for this role.