Support Workers

Thera Trust; Great Yarmouth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in social care seeks Support Workers in Caister-on-Sea and Bradwell, offering full training and flexibility in hours. Join an inclusive team to positively impact individuals with learning disabilities, providing support in daily activities and encouraging their personal growth.

Benefits

Guaranteed monthly salary

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Free enhanced DBS check

Contributory pension scheme

Employee support line

Career progression opportunities

Access to retail discounts

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications required; full training provided.
• Must work flexible shifts including weekends and sleep-ins.
• Willingness to undertake personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily activities and personal care.
• Create innovative ways to help adults with learning disabilities achieve their goals.
• Engage in community activities and assist with leisure interests.

Skills

Compassion

Confidence

Resilience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Problem-solving

Job description

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Job Title: Support Workers

Location: Caister-on-Sea and Bradwell

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, Part Time Or Relief

Salary: £13.00 per hour

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential

Reference: Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people's lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer. As a valued Support Worker with Thera East Anglia, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their own personal goals, aims, and ambitions. The support you provide will vary because everyone is different. Supporting people in their daily lives can include helping develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, assisting with planning and managing their own homes, and supporting leisure, employment, interests, and travel. This role can be fun and rewarding but also challenging and demanding. Support may be provided in people's own homes or out in the community.

• Thera East Anglia is unique: we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision: to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Using a person-centred approach: you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required; free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident, and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!
• Must be able to work as part of a 24/7 shift pattern including early, late, and sleep-in shifts
• Do you have a valid UK manual driving licence?
• Are you able to work flexible shift patterns including weekends and sleep-ins? (Please do not apply if you're unable to participate in these shift patterns)
• Willing to undertake personal care tasks?
• Willing to drive people in their mobility cars?
• Happy to support people on outings and holidays?

What are the benefits?

• Guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work-life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Employee support line for you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training and career progression opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to retail discounts including health cash plans
• Employee council representing staff views
• Access to Early Pay (T&Cs apply, excludes relief workers)