Support Worker

Discovery ,
Taunton, Somerset
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Being a Support Worker with Discovery is more than just a job, it's an opportunity We believe that good support means to ‘do with, and not for'. Your role will be to provide support for people to do all of the things that each day in life entails, from maintaining relationships with family and friends, managing personal finances, participating in hobbies and so much more. We are currently recruiting for Support Workers to join our team at Newholme in Ruishton, Taunton. Newholme is a residential service that is currently supporting a diverse group of 8 people, with a range of learning and physical disabilities. We are at the beginning of an exciting transformation into a new way of supporting the people who live here and so we are looking for people to join our team of Support Workers who share our values and want to enable the people we support to have a great life. Newholme is set in a quiet neighbourhood, with a large outdoor area with space for seating, activities and some gardening. Inside the building, each person we support has their own room which has been decorated with their input. As a Support Worker in our team you will be working with the people we support to go about their daily lives. You'll help those we support get washed and dressed, eat and drink anything else that they may need your support with. You'll also help the people we support keep in touch with family and friends, pursue their hobbies and go out for fun days out, such as to the beach. We are very supportive at Newholme not just of the people who live here, but also of the team who work here. When you start you will have regular one to ones with your manager to make sure you are settling in well, and this will continue to make sure that you are happy with what you are learning about the role. We are open to full-time and part-time colleagues joining us Why join us? £9.00 per hour, £9.90 per hour (nights), £30.50 per sleep in. 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Travel allowance for some services – discussed at interview if applicable. Supported ‘Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us) A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members. Long Service Awards, Life Assurance and Pension scheme Great Induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate, and Diploma in Health & Social Care. Apply now: We want the people we support to have fulfilling lives and we want our colleagues to have great careers with us. If you would like to be a part of our team and feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below, or contact Sean on 0300 303 9202 for an informal conversation about the role. Before you know it you could be making a positive difference every day. Please note: To minimise the risks relating to Covid-19, we have decided to conduct all of our initial interviews for the foreseeable future as Telephone/Video Interviews, rather than face-to-face. If you have any queries or questions about this, please call us on 0300 303 9202 and we will be happy to advise and provided reasonable adjustments if required. This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery. Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. As Disability Confident Leaders we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy. Dimensions Group, which includes Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application using assistive technology. Other organisations may call this role Community Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Assistant, Social Care Worker, Social Care Assistant or, Bank HCA, Healthcare Assistant or Carer. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89912779

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