About the Role We currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Assistant Support Worker at our scheme The Treess in Drayton Parslow where we provide supported living for individuals with learning disabilities. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic individual who enjoys helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Working as part of a dedicated team, in your role as an Assistant Support Worker you will be following agreed support plans to ensure we are providing a service that meets each individual's needs and supports their aspirations. Assistant Support Workers will follow risk assessments as well as contribute to risk management planning. As part of the role you will also be responsible for providing personal care.
About you We provide a structured induction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
We are looking for passionate people who have a `can-do` attitude, who are driven by the desire to make a difference, and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to people's needs.
You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.
You will need to have a full UK driving licence and access to a car to take up the role. Benefits In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (pro rata for part time)£12 per hourRegular support from your line manager and colleaguesAnnual bonus based on satisfactory performanceMonthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salaryAnnual salary and cost of living reviewCommitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to WellbeingOngoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding supportWorkplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salaryRefer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for usFriendly and supportive team environmentEmployee assistance helplineMileage paid for car usageFully paid DBSIf you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
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