Support Worker

Full Job Description

Overview:

Job Title: Support Worker (Sponsorship Available)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £10.20 - £10.50 per hour

Hours: Full Time, Part Time Driving is desirable for this post

Are you naturally chatty, caring and keen to make a difference?
Then why not consider a Career with us and apply today!

We are looking for a Full Time Support Worker in Birmingham, who is passionate about supporting individuals within the community to enjoy a fulfilling and independent life.

Being a support worker in social care is very rewarding. It gives you the opportunity to meet great people and be part of something truly amazing. We encourage every person we look after to follow their dreams, to live independently and help them achieve their personal goals.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a team providing support for individuals with learning disabilities, mental health and autism.

• Helping with the challenges of everyday life such as; dressing, cooking and general household tasks
• Participate in hobbies, supporting with social engagements and enabling our people to live their best life
• Administer medication as required
• Complete daily care plans
• Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met and to protect the adults rights to live safely and free from abuse or neglect

The Person

• Previous experience not essential, but beneficial
• Passionate about making a difference
• Ability to adapt to difficult situations
• A positive and caring nature
• Energetic and understanding
• A good sense of humour

The Package

• Paid DBS
• CPD Accredited induction, ongoing training & development including Care Certificate, apprenticeship opportunities and specialist learning
• Opportunities for Career progression, including NVQ qualifications
• Optional overtime with flexible working
• Paid 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for you and your family
• Monthly Employee prize draw and competitions
• Refer a friend scheme with a £250 financial reward

TIER 2 Sponsorship is also available

We value all colleagues, regardless of age. We are proud to offer pay over the statutory minimum set for young workers and have no set retirement age.

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable adults that we support and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 42 per week

Salary: £10.20-£10.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Housing allowance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount
• Unlimited paid holidays
• Wellness programme
• Work from home

Day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

• Residential home

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person