Supported Living Worker - Social Care

Home Group Limited; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Hartlepool seeks a Supported Living Worker to assist customers with disabilities in developing skills for independent living. The part-time role offers a salary of £12.60 per hour, a supportive work environment, and generous benefits, including health cash plans. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in social care or equivalent and a passion for helping others.

Benefits

34 days leave including bank holidays

Health Cash Plan savings

Discounts on various services

Opportunities for career growth

Support for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience caring for others, either professionally or personally.
• Willingness to work towards necessary qualifications.
• Vehicle insured for business purposes.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with daily living tasks to promote independence.
• Help with activities such as cooking and budgeting.
• Support customers in attending appointments and various activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Passion for supporting others

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Flexibility in approach

Education

Level 2 in social care or equivalent

Job description

Supported Living Worker - CQC Accommodation Based
Gainford House, Hartlepool
Permanent, part time (30 hpw)
Earn £12.60 per hour (£24,638 per annum) [pro rata] and enjoy great benefits including a Health Cash Plan.
This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational qualification under Section 29, Schedule 3 7 (27-7) of the Equality Act 2010.
Home, a place where you belong.
Want to be part of a team that cares and empowers you to help change a customer’s life for the better? As our Supported Living Worker, you’ll support customers with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health, and Physical Disabilities to develop skills for independent living in our rated Good registered CQC service. Your work will make a meaningful difference daily, helping customers achieve their hopes and aspirations.
Typical day as our Supported Living Worker:
• Assisting customers with practical, daily living tasks to develop independence, supporting their goals, aspirations, and outcomes documented in their support plans.
• Helping with activities such as making meals, shopping, budgeting, maintaining tenancy, and moving to independent accommodation if able.
• Supporting attendance at appointments, hobbies, interests, college, or work.
• Assisting with personal care and medication needs as outlined in support plans.
• Carrying out risk assessments, support planning, goal setting, and reviews.
• Building rapport through chats and catch-ups, with ample time to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Join us and feel good knowing you’re making a positive impact. We’re proud to be one of the top ten Great Places to Work in the UK!
You have:
• A Level 2 or above in social care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this.
• Passion for supporting customers to live their best lives, with attention to detail.
• Experience caring for others, whether professionally or personally.
• Ability to work independently, stay calm under pressure, and be resilient.
• A flexible, personal approach, listening to individual needs.
• A vehicle insured for business purposes (mileage paid).
Note: Due to current sponsorship limitations, we cannot offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role. This is under regular review.
Our team:
Join our experienced team led by Registered Manager Lesley and Deputy Vik, who have over 15 and 13 years respectively with Home Group. Our team of 14 support staff is passionate about our work.
Job details:
• Flexibility required to meet customer needs, including occasional adjustments to start or finish times.
• Rota-based work, including 2 weekends per month, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.
• Ability to use technology for support plans, online learning, and collaboration.
• Enhanced DBS check provided by us.
We celebrate diversity and inclusion, supporting networks for Multicultural, LGBTQIA+, and Disability communities, making Home Group a great place to work.
What’s in it for you?
• 34 days leave (including bank holidays and a 'me day'), increasing to 39, plus time off for volunteering.
• Health Cash Plan saving up to £1140 per year.
• Discounts on groceries, holidays, days out, and more.
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization.
• Support for wellbeing and a positive work environment.
Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Find out more:
Click APPLY NOW to see the full job description, learn about us, and get help with your application. We recommend applying early as roles may close sooner. For reasonable adjustments during recruitment, contact [e-mail].