Support Worker in Yeovil and Chard

Full and Part Time Hours available (guaranteed and contracted)

Please note that due to the specific nature of the work required for this position, it is an occupational requirement for the Support Worker to be female and this requirement is a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim, in accordance with Schedule 9, paragraph 1 Equality Act 2010.

You will be paid £12.15 an hour when supporting “S” and "M", and £12.75 an hour when supporting “G”

You First is a forward thinking, innovative and market leading Social Enterprise, that enables autistic people, people with learning disabilities and/or mental health illness to build and grow their lives in a way that is both meaningful and purposeful for them. This is achieved by creating small, bespoke, dedicated teams of people who work to enable the person to fulfil their goals, hopes, dreams and aspirations. We call these bespoke teams Micro-Teams.

“S” and “G” are looking for people to join their Micro-Teams

“S” is an older lady with a learning disability who lives independently in her own home in Yeovil. “S” experiences high levels of anxiety and she can express this through language that some may find offensive. You will be supporting “S” with her own personal care, with shopping, and in keeping her home clean, safe, and tidy.

“G” is a young man who lives in his own flat in Chard. He has a diagnosis of autism and mental health illness and is apt to neglect himself and his flat, and this can present challenges at times. It is important to “G” that he is supported by people who live outside of his own town. “G” loves music and animals and enjoys chatting about his interests.

You First Will

• Pay £12.15 - £12.75 an hour from the moment you start working with us, there is no probation rate
• Weekends are paid at £12.40 per hour
• We pay 35p per mile for every mile you travel, including commuting miles
• We offer permanent, full time, part time and casual contracts and you can choose what works best for you and your needs
• You will have a permanent contract that provides you with guaranteed regular hours
• You will have a full induction before commencing work and this will include person specific training and shadow supports
• Each team has a Slack (virtual message board) page when you can obtain feedback and support from fellow team members and managers
• We operate a 24-hour On Call facility, so you always have access to support in emergency situations
• We do not use Zero Hour Contracts
• We provide an occupational pension
• We have an Employee Assistance Programme meaning you and your family have access to free and confidential 24-hour counselling and support
• We meet the cost of your DBS check
• You will receive full training and bi-monthly supervision
• If you are new to social care, you will be supported through your Care Certificate in paid time
• You will have the option to study for a nationally recognised Diploma
• You will have your roster 4 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your life! Your roster will be in the form of an App
• You will receive two additional days annual leave following two years service
• You will need to be a car driver and able to work some evenings and weekends.

For more information please call 01458 333 147.