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Heathcotes
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Sutton Green, Surrey
Support Worker
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Salary: £8.45 per hour |
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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 – Larkrise, Sutton, South London Heathcotes Larkrise is a specialist residential service for adults with a Learning Disability who have Autism, complex Learning Disabilities and associated Challenging Behaviour. Heathcotes Larkrise has seven ensuite bedrooms and provides twenty four hour support. Our aim is to enable our service users to make life choices, be socially included and take a full and active part in their community. We value our staff as much as the individuals we support and we offer an excellent work-life balance. 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-cantered 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: shifts are planned in advance and will include work every other weekend. Shifts are usually 12 hours, but this will be discussed in detail at interview stage by the managers who complete the working rota. What we offer in return: Pay rate is between £8.45-£9.15 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 Apply below and a member of our team will be in touch Job Types: Full-time