Support Worker - WorkWithDan

Optalis; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Wokingham is looking for Support Workers to assist a young man with physical disabilities in living independently. Responsibilities include daily assistance with activities like cooking, cleaning, and personal care. Experience in the care sector is beneficial but not required as full training is provided. The position offers flexible shifts, a competitive rate from £12.34 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Perkbox rewards package

25 days annual leave

Extra day off for birthday

Health and wellbeing support

Paid training and development

Career progression opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in the care sector is beneficial but not necessary, as full training is provided.
• Driving license preferred but not essential; public transport is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day life activities (cooking, cleaning, shopping).
• Assist with personal care and social activities.
• Provide transportation support as needed.

Skills

Patient and a good listener

Respectful of privacy

Able to anticipate needs

Willing to learn

Positive and kind

Technology literate

Job description

Support Worker – Wokingham

Full- and Part-Time | Days and Nights from £12.34 per hour

Overview

Optalis is the Adult Social Care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optalis is owned and funded by the two councils - it is not a private provider or an employment agency, and we do not offer sponsorship.

About Dan

Hi, I'm Dan – a sociable and outgoing young man living independently in my own flat near Wokingham town centre. I have physical disabilities and enjoy being active in the community, pursuing hobbies and maintaining a varied social life. I’m looking for a team of Support Workers who can help me live the life I want to lead. I like to make a difference and don’t see why having a disability means I should not live the life I want to.

I require 24-hour care and I need people who can work during the day (8am-3pm / 3pm-10pm) and/or at night (9pm-9am), including alternate weekends.

Qualities Dan is looking for in Support Workers

• Patient and a good listener


• Respectful of my privacy and personal space


• Able to anticipate my needs while encouraging my independence


• Willing to learn about my specific needs and condition


• Positive, kind, and committed


• Loves travelling and sports and will be able to assist me to carry on with these activities.


• Loves the use of technology as I use a lot to move and communicate.


• Someone who helps me say “how can we?” not “we can’t”.

Role Responsibilities

As a Support Worker, your role will be to support me in my day-to-day life with things like cooking, cleaning and shopping. I will need support with personal care (dressing, showering, personal tasks) and socialising, including appointments, events and outings.

It would be great if you have a valid UK driving licence so that you can drive my vehicle – but if you are confident and willing, I’m able to travel by public transport.

Experience and Training

Experience in the care sector would be beneficial but is not necessary as we provide full training. This includes classroom-based learning for practical skills, online sessions for theory and awareness, and shadowing experienced staff to learn how we do things.

Benefits

• Perkbox - rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance.


• 25 days annual leave increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days (pro rata), as well as 8 bank holidays


• An extra day off for your birthday.


• Health and wellbeing support, including an additional wellbeing day.


• A comprehensive paid training and development programme.


• Excellent career progression opportunities and support.


• A generous pension scheme.

Application Requirements

Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – the DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list. For advice and information on disclosing criminal records, you can contact Nacro’s support service on 03001231999 or [e-mail]

Additional Notes

We anticipate this will be a popular role and reserve the right to close applications early.