Support Worker - Learning Disabilities

Newcross Healthcare ,
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £15.29 to £15.29 Per hour

Overview

Providing care and support to those in need Newcross Healthcare are actively seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide expert care to our services users with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in Cirenester, Stroud, Dursley and the surrounding locations. Your duties will be varied, including social integration activities and assistance with daily tasks like eating. This role provides you with a unique chance to really grow in your career, take on new responsibilities and enjoy the new relationships that you build each day. Working for Newcross is an opportunity to become part of a supportive community, supported by like minded individuals. Requirements You'll be an empathetic and compassionate caregiver, with a minimum of 3 months of experience, a valid certificate in Moving and Handling, and the right to live and work in the UK. You will have experience giving support to service users who have learning diabilities or challenging behaviour. You'll be fuelled by your desire to make a real difference to the lives of people in need. You will need a smart device with internet access to pick up shifts and submit timesheets via our app, HealthForceGo. Access to your own vehicle is desirable but not required. The benefits we offer: At Newcross, we offer a stellar benefits package to all staff to reward them for their hard work. This includes: An hourly rate of up to £15.29, including holiday pay Get paid as soon as you finish a shift with Flexi Pay Select shifts to suit your lifestyle through our app, with part-time, full-time, night and day shifts available Free, ongoing clinical training Access to NHS registered GPs via a Virtual GP app and mental health support. If you'd like to take your existing clinical skills and experience to the next level, working in a supportive environment, then Newcross is the place for you.