At a Glance
- Tasks: Make a real difference by providing exceptional care and support to individuals with complex needs.
- Company: Join Ivy Care, a compassionate team dedicated to empowering lives.
- Benefits: Earn up to £12.81 per hour, enjoy 5.6 weeks holiday, and access amazing discounts.
- Other info: Great career progression, ongoing training, and a supportive management team await you.
- Why this job: Be part of a rewarding journey that transforms lives and celebrates individuality.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just bring your kindness and commitment.
The predicted salary is between 11 - 13 £ per hour.
Are you looking for a role where you can make a difference? A truly exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Support Worker in one of our Specialist Residential Care Homes. Ivy Care provides high quality care and support to people with Autistic spectrum disorder, learning disabilities and complex needs.
Role: Support Worker
Service: Stone Lodge
Salary: Up to £12.81
Shift: Full-time, 37.5 hrs per week (Mixed early and late shifts)
Benefits of working for Ivy Care:
- Refer a friend scheme – earn an extra £250 for every friend you refer.
- Blue Light discount card, (more than 15,000 discounts from large national retailers to local businesses)
- 5.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays) (Pro rata for part-time)
- Funded Care Certificate and NVQ level 2 & 3
- Paid for ongoing mandatory and development training days
- Career progression opportunities
- Free Parking
- DBS will be reimbursed
- Long service awards
- Excellent support from an experienced management and leadership team
Your Role:
Our support workers are our greatest asset. Through understanding the needs of the people you support; you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives. Help the people we support engage in meaningful activities and experiences – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences. Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities and celebrate special occasions. Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs and help and support people to communicate with others.
Your Service:
Ivy Stone Lodge is located in Upton, Pontefract. Opened in July 2024, Stone Lodge is our newest service catering to 6 residents with a variety of complex needs and learning disabilities.
Your Values:
You may be new to care or have experience in the health and social care but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. Our values are our Promise that we:
- Always act with kindness
- Stay committed to the people that rely on us
- Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow
Is this you? Next steps:
Once you have applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to arrange a short telephone screening call. The next step will be an interview in the service where you will meet staff and the people we support. If successful we will organise your DBS check and references prior to confirming a start date. Your journey with Ivy Care will start with a well-structured induction process consisting of a blend of "classroom" days and shadow shifts.
Support Worker – Upton employer: Ivy Care
Ivy Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where every team member is valued. Located in Upton, Pontefract, our newest service at Stone Lodge provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents with complex needs, while enjoying benefits such as career progression, comprehensive training, and a generous holiday allowance. Join us to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community.
