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Trent, Dorset
Support worker
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FULL TIME SUPPORT WORKERS - Blythe Bridge Heathcotes Group are currently seeking full time support workers for our Blythe Bridge in Stoke-on-Trent. Heathcotes Blythe Bridge is a specialist residential service for adults with Mental Illness who may have dual diagnoses and associated complex needs. Heathcotes Blythe Bridge has eight ensuite bedrooms and provides twenty four hour support. 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 required, but not essential Shift Pattern: contracted to 40 hours per week, working 12 or 14 hour shifts on a rolling rota. Will include working some 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! Employment Type: ["FULL_TIME"]