Support Worker

Support Worker|Birkenhead|Full Time hours available, Contract, Permanent|£12.30 per hour- £102.96 sleep in rate

Since 2002, our client has supported service users in semi-independent living across eight premises. A team of 48 staff members provides support for service users with mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, physical and sensory impairments, and addiction challenges. The premises offer both shared and individual living options, with sleep-in staff overnight and daily support, plus an additional outreach service.

Our client prioritises person-centred care and fosters staff growth through open communication, training, and supervision. Operating 24/7, 365 days a year, the role requires flexibility, including weekends and on-call shifts (about once every 23 days). A driver with business insurance is preferred due to outreach calls, but non-drivers are also considered.

Previous experience and a minimum Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification are desirable. Employment is subject to a DBS check, references, and a 6-month probationary period. If hired, you will complete two days of eLearning, followed by a two-week shadowing induction and receive regular reviews during your first eight weeks.

Please be prepared to explain any employment gaps on your CV.

Role Requirements

• A full UK Drivers Licence & own vehicle is required.
  
• Prior experience working in the social care sector would be an advantage
• You must have the right values and empathetic attitudes to enable you to support, understand and empower those that use our services
• You must have at least a level 2 Health and Social Care qualification or a similar qualification. Relevant life skills will also be considered
• If you have not completed the Care Certificate you must also work towards achieving this in your first three months of employment

Role Responsibilities

• You will work as part of a team and lone work
• You will support service users to live independently, working person centred to meet their individual needs, promote independence and motivate
• You will put service users at the centre of their own care and support
• You will support service users to access meaningful activities and complete day to day living tasks such as shopping, practical tasks, environmental hygiene, medication, personal care, finances, social activities, emotional listening, supporting meaningful relationships, work, education and more

Why You Should Apply

• The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your care.
• To join a fantastic team.
• To showcase your knowledge and skill set.
• The employer will support you through any training you undertake.
• The chance to progress within the organisation to Senior Support Worker and Team Leaders or a great platform for entering nursing or social work for example.
• You will be supported to complete the care certificate and any further diplomas in Health and Social Care.
• Cycle to work scheme and workplace pension.
• Medicash plan for all full-time staff (16hrs +) some of the benefits include cash claims towards the cost of dentist treatment, opticians, prescriptions, chiropody, health screening and specialist tests such as MRI and CAT scans. You can also claim towards the cost of many alternative therapies and treatments such as Indian head massage, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, reiki, reflexology and much more. There is also 24hr access to health and stress related health lines and up to 8 face to face counselling sessions. There are other various health related apps and tools to improve your body, mind and general well-being and discounts on health club memberships

Infection prevention control considerations

• Commonly touched areas are sanitised regularly.
• All staff receive the necessary PPE to work safely.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. The company support a diverse group of vulnerable adults and welcome a diverse group of staff.

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