Support Worker

Heathcotes ,
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
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Salary: £8.20 per hour

Overview

In response to the unprecedented events we are currently experiencing due to the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19, at this time we will be conducting our interviews via telephone or video calls. FULL TIME SUPPORT WORKERS – Supported Living Wellingborough Heathcotes Group are currently seeking Support Workers for our Supported Living Service in Wellingborough, . The role will be Supporting people with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, autism. You will be upporting them to become as independent as possible, encouraging them to develop and progress with targets to achieve. You will be required to support in their day to day life, encouraging social inclusion. The Role of a Support Worker: Encourage individuals to live a life that makes sense to them. Provide emotional support and encouragement where and when it is needed. Always using a person-centered approach. Monitoring & reporting changes in health, behaviour and needs to relevant professionals. Ensuring the home is organised according to the needs of the service users and that safety measures are in place, you may also be expected to assist with housework, shopping, laundry. Transporting individuals or escorting to medical or other appointments and social activities. Supporting those who need it with budgeting and money management. Requirements: A compassionate and friendly can-do attitude. A willingness to work some evenings, weekends & bank holidays. Drivers preferred but not essential. Shift Pattern: You will be contracted to 35 hours per week and be working the following shift patterns. Days are split shifts working 7.30am-2.30pm and 2.30pm-9.30pm, you will be required to work alternate weekends What we offer in return: Pay rate is between £8.20-£8.90 per hour dependant on qualifications/experience. Paid holidays & Paid enhanced DBS check. Pension scheme. 12-week induction programme working towards achieving the Care Certificate & ongoing training support. Excellent career progression opportunities. Refer a friend scheme of £50 (ts&cs apply). If you are looking for a long and rewarding career, where you can really make a difference to the lives of the people we support, and you feel that you have the right values, attitude, and experience for the role of Support Worker, then we are keen to hear from you

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