SeeAbility
Male Senior Complex Needs Support Worker
Job Location
South East London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Role Description
Join Our Team as a Male Senior Complex Needs Support Worker
Location:Kennington, Oxfordshire
Salary:£14.66 per hour (£28,587 per annum) plus benefits: paid induction;overtime paid over 37.5 contracted hours
Hours:8.00am to 8.00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)
Contract:Full-time, Permanent
Driving Requirement:A valid full UK manual driving license is essential.
Right to Work:Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.
Essential Criteria
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:
Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!
We're looking for an individual to join our colleague team strong team player with the ability to lead by example, beingprofessional, patient and calm under pressurewith experience of providing extraordinary support. If you have a full manual UK driving license and are comfortable driving alternative vehicles, you're exactly who we're looking for.
What will you be doing?
As a Senior Support Worker, you'll be more than just their support you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Here's what you'll be doing:
James*is a young man with autism and moderate learning difficulties. He likes to go out in his vehicle on pre-planned routes. He loves music, BBC 1, BBC 2 radio and colouring activities. His favourite food is pasta. James likes routine and predictability. His team need to be dedicated, resilient and think outside of the box to enable him to reach his full potential.
*Please note, the real name has been changed to protect the individual's identity confidentiality.
About us
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children andadults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.
SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.
Safer Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices,safeguarding and protecting those who we support. It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:
Diversity
We actively seek to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds, recognising that a wide range of perspectives strengthen our teams. In exceptional circumstances, the role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
SeeAbility encourages applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those with adisability. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyones unique experiences and views are appreciated their opinion valued.
Our Benefits
Location: South East London, GB
Posted Date: 11/28/2024
Join Our Team as a Male Senior Complex Needs Support Worker
Location:Kennington, Oxfordshire
Salary:£14.66 per hour (£28,587 per annum) plus benefits: paid induction;overtime paid over 37.5 contracted hours
Hours:8.00am to 8.00 pm (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)
Contract:Full-time, Permanent
Driving Requirement:A valid full UK manual driving license is essential.
Right to Work:Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.
Essential Criteria
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:
- Behaviours that challenge
- Autism and learning disabilities
- Positive Behaviour Support
- You will havea QCF in Health & Social Care level 2 Diploma (or equivalent) with willingness to undertake a level 3 in Health & Social Care and demonstrate reasonable knowledge of regulatory standards for supported/residential living.
Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!
We're looking for an individual to join our colleague team strong team player with the ability to lead by example, beingprofessional, patient and calm under pressurewith experience of providing extraordinary support. If you have a full manual UK driving license and are comfortable driving alternative vehicles, you're exactly who we're looking for.
What will you be doing?
As a Senior Support Worker, you'll be more than just their support you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Here's what you'll be doing:
- Daily Care & Support:Helping with personal care, meal preparation, medication, and other daily tasks.
- Building Relationships:a strong team player with the ability to lead by example. You will supervise daily outputs and assist the deputy manager in managing staff performance, development, and appraisals.
- Empowering Independence:Assisting with personal goals, from daily activities to long-term aspirations, and encouraging creative exploration with the help of Positive Behaviour Specialist
- Social Engagement:Supporting activities like holidays, social events, and hobbies, ensuring he can enjoy what he loves.
- Respect & Dignity:Ensuring that the individual and the family are treated with the utmost respect, dignity, and equality.
James*is a young man with autism and moderate learning difficulties. He likes to go out in his vehicle on pre-planned routes. He loves music, BBC 1, BBC 2 radio and colouring activities. His favourite food is pasta. James likes routine and predictability. His team need to be dedicated, resilient and think outside of the box to enable him to reach his full potential.
*Please note, the real name has been changed to protect the individual's identity confidentiality.
About us
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children andadults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.
SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.
Safer Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices,safeguarding and protecting those who we support. It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:
- A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
- Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
- Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
- References will be obtained to ensuresatisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.
Diversity
We actively seek to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds, recognising that a wide range of perspectives strengthen our teams. In exceptional circumstances, the role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
SeeAbility encourages applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those with adisability. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyones unique experiences and views are appreciated their opinion valued.
Our Benefits
- Why work for us?
Our colleagues at SeeAbility are extremely valued, and so they have access to a fantastic package of benefits.
Your development and appreciation- Fully paid essentialtraininginc. Care Certificate
- Fundedprofessional qualificationsQCF levels 2-6 available (valued at £3,000+)
- Annualexcellence awards
- Long serviceawards every 5 years and recognition
- Development Discussions:Opportunity to discuss your progress and your future
- Leadership development academyfor the next steps in your career
- 28 daysholiday (incl. bank holidays), increasing to 36 days with long service (1 extra day for each year of service)
- Life events: Time off when you need it most
- 2 weeksOrganisational Sick Payafter 6 months service, increasing to 12 weeks over your first 3 years
- EnhancedFamily-Friendly Pay
- PaidFertility Leave
- Carers Leaveavailable
- Flexible Working: We are up for anything that works for your team and the wider organisation
- £500 monthly bonus schemefor two lucky colleagues
- Enhanced overtime ratesfor working bank holidays and weekends
- Driving lessons support schemeto help home colleagues get on the road
- Eligible to join forBlue Light Carddiscounts (Cost to join)
- Discounts and cashbackat hundreds of shops, restaurants and activities through our SeeAbility Benefits Hub
- Discounted entertainment throughTickets for Good
- Pay reviewsand commitment to pay competitive rates
- Employercontributorypensionscheme: Support and tools to help you make the right decisions about your future
- Refer a friend and receive£600
- PaidDBSand renewals
- Season ticketloans
- Snacks and hot drinks fundto support keeping home colleagues fuelled and energised throughout the day
- Inclusive opportunities for colleagues to socialise through ourColleague Connection Fund
- 2x annual salaryLife assurance
- Free 24/7employee assistance programmefor advice and support
- Freeeye test
- Cycle to Workscheme
- DiscountedGymMembership
- Dedicated in houseWellbeing Coachfor your team
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Location: South East London, GB
Posted Date: 11/28/2024
Contact Information
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