At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with learning disabilities to live enriched lives and make choices.
- Company: Join a passionate not-for-profit charity dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave, flexible working, and health cash plan.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills; training provided for those new to the sector.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Unsupervised Support Worker to join 2a Court Road Milestones Trust. We are a not-for-profit charitable organisation. We are recruiting for 2 Full Time Equivalent positions, days only, including bank holidays and every other weekend. Part time may be considered.
At 2a Court Road we support 15 adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. We are a unique service split into three houses accommodating 5 people on each with various support needs. Enabling the people we support to live enriched and varied lives is at the heart of everything we do; we pride ourselves in working in a person-centred way “Nothing about me without me”.
As Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring individuals’ health and well-being
- Record keeping
- Personal care support
- Carrying out light cleaning duties
- Supporting with activities in the community
- Medication administration
- Daily cooking
- Encouraging and enabling people we support to make day-to-day choices and major life decisions
- Signposting as appropriate
- Developing a positive self-image and maintaining good health
- Supporting individuals to develop relationships to maintain contact with family and friends
- Providing necessary support to maximise independence and develop social and life skills
The successful Candidate will have:
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, service users and a range of stakeholders
- A caring manner and a tolerant nature
- Experience within the sector is not essential as we will provide you with training required to carry out your duties
- NVQ 2/ Diploma in Health & Social Care or be willing to train to an equivalent standard
- An understanding of person-centred planning
Due to the location of the home and the need to access activities within the local community, it is preferred that staff can drive and be willing to drive the house cars (currently manual vehicles).
At Milestones Trust we recognise that without the hard work, commitment and passion of our staff, we wouldn’t be the charity that we are today. In return, we are committed to rewarding you with a competitive pay and benefits package including:
- 30 days’ annual leave, including recognised public holidays
- Learning and development to support your career growth
- Nationally recognised qualifications, from entry-level care to management
- Flexible working, with rotas provided in advance
- Occupational Sick Pay after two years, increasing with service
- Health Cash Plan after probation, offering at least £695 cashback for health treatments (dental, optical, therapies, maternity/paternity, prescriptions)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Dayforce Wallet, giving you access to your earnings before payday
- Employee referral scheme with financial rewards
- Employee Assistance Programme from day one, offering confidential 24/7 support
- Company pension scheme to help grow your retirement savings
We pride ourselves with being able to offer staff opportunities to develop and progress their careers within the Trust.
For an informal discussion about the job role please contact Gemma Giltrow or Kathryne Stephenson, Home Managers, on 0117961 8737.
Support Worker - Learning Disabilities - Kingswood employer: Milestone Trust
Milestones Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing a supportive and person-centred environment for both staff and the individuals we serve. Located in Longwell Green, our small residential service fosters close-knit relationships among team members, ensuring that you receive comprehensive training and mentoring to thrive in your role as a Support Worker. With a strong commitment to employee growth, competitive benefits including generous leave, health cash plans, and flexible working arrangements, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those with learning disabilities.
