At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate support to individuals, enhancing their daily living and wellbeing.
- Company: Join Avalon Group, an award-winning charity with over 30 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible shifts, comprehensive training, and discounts at high street retailers.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and a supportive team environment await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing lifelong skills.
- Qualifications: No prior care experience needed; just bring your compassion and teamwork spirit!
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
Avalon Group is looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our friendly team in and around Skipton! Due to support locations, a driving licence with access to a vehicle for business use is desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to have a vital role in meaningful work, and help make a positive impact on everyday lives.
Benefits
- Award winning in-house training with opportunities to develop your career
- 24/7 Everyday Advice helpline, giving you impartial guidance regarding any personal matters or concerns you may have
- On Call support 24 hours a day
- Discounts at high street retailers and on gym memberships
- Access to our Health Cash Plan
- Paid travel expenses between consecutive sessions of support
- £250 bonus for recommending a friend to become a support worker
- Paid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Certificate (which you need to be able to work in social care)
- Comprehensive training from our in-house training team
- Opportunity to build specialist experience and develop lifelong skills
- Award-winning charity with over 30 years’ experience
- Values-led organisation focused on respect, inclusion and development
- Fantastic benefits including a Wider Wallet Scheme, enhanced pay rates for nights/weekends/bank holidays, 24/7 on-call support, and paid mileage
What You’ll Be Doing
- Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs
- Supporting people with daily living, independence and wellbeing
- Supporting to pursue hobbies and enjoy a full social life, including going swimming, walking, and attending weekly activity groups
- Promoting dignity, choice and inclusion every day
What We’re Looking For
- Previous care experience is desirable but not essential! Our in-house training team will ensure that you have all the skills you need to deliver your role with confidence.
- Compassionate, reliable and caring individuals
- Passionate about providing high-quality care and making a real difference
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
Why Work for Avalon?
Avalon Group is an award-winning charity with over 30 years’ experience providing person-centred support to adults with care and support needs. Our work is guided by our values of respect, honesty, learning & development, inclusion and partnership working. If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make a difference — we’d love to hear from you.
Due to the terms of our sponsorship licence, we are currently not able to accept applications from those requiring sponsorship. Please only apply if you are already a resident in the UK with no sponsorship requirements. Appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate. We strive to ensure equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality or religion.
Support Worker, Skipton & Surrounding Areas employer: Avalon Group
Avalon Group is an award-winning charity with over 30 years of experience, dedicated to providing compassionate and person-centred support in Skipton and surrounding areas. Our values-driven work culture fosters respect, inclusion, and continuous development, offering employees comprehensive training, flexible working options, and a range of benefits including discounts and a health cash plan. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth.
