In brief
This support worker role involves assisting young people aged 16 to 30 with learning and physical disabilities at a dedicated respite centre. The work focuses on empowering individuals through personal care, social engagement and the facilitation of new opportunities during their day care or short break stays.
Best for
Drivers with their own car
Non-negotiable
Full UK driving licence and own car required
Worth knowing
Weekend, evening and sleep-in duties are required on a rota basis.
What you need
Required
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
ICT skills
Strongly implied by the listing
Organisational skills
Strongly implied by the listing
Empathy
Strongly implied by the listing
Teamwork
Strongly implied by the listing
Safeguarding knowledge
Strongly implied by the listing
Driving license
Clearly required in the listing
Preferred
Care sector experience
Can be taught
NVQ L2 Health and Social Care
Can be taught
Your day-to-day
Provide personal care and support
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Entry level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“…you -PLEASE NOTE NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE We require Previous experience in the care sector ideal but not essential as full training will be given Good communication, ICT, and organisational skills Em…”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Our client is a Learning Disability Respite Centre based in Henley-on-Thames, dedicated to supporting young people (aged 16 – 30) with learning disabilities. (They may also have physical disabilities and/or complex medical needs.) They offer day care and short breaks, enabling their clients to spend time with friends, learn new skills and enjoy new opportunities – all whilst their families enjoy a much-needed break. Vitally, they provide invaluable continuity of support and care between teen and adult years as the young people transition from childrens’ to adults’ social care. Their Support Workers empower young people with disabilities to live life to the full. They give them the opportunity to have experiences and opportunities that they might otherwise never have. They are caring, compassionate, fun, dedicated, passionate and flexible. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you -PLEASE NOTE NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE We require Previous experience in the care sector ideal but not essential as full training will be given Good communication, ICT, and organisational skills Empathy and passion when delivering care Good Team Player Good knowledge of Safeguarding NVQ L2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (Ideal but not essential) Driver with a car Duties To provide personal care and support to people with complex learning disabilities To have a positive “can do” attitude some weekend work, evenings, and sleep in duties on a rota basis In return they offer Competitive salary based on experience 28 days holiday (including bank holidays off) raising after 2 years Free DBS and Update Service fee paid Free comprehensive ongoing training, including NVQ training Employer Matched Total Earnings pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme £82 per sleep in £500 recommend a friend incentive scheme Care Friends Bonus scheme Free parking and meals provided on shift
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