At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with disabilities in daily living and recreational activities.
- Company: Outlook Care, a leading provider of learning disability services in London and Essex.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive salary, 28 days leave, and comprehensive training.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a friendly atmosphere with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a caring environment.
- Qualifications: No specific experience needed; just a passion for helping others and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
About Outlook Care: Outlook Care is a specialist provider of learning disability services across London and Essex. We also specialise in dementia, elderly care, end of life and mental health. Outlook Care started in 1990 and has now been running for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our strong values:
- Listen – always with interest, concern and action
- Inspire – through every interaction so people can achieve their ambitions
- Kind – genuine care and compassion
- Excellence – by striving to be the best we can
- Integrity – acting ethically and being accountable
- Trusting – rely upon us to do what we say we will do
Benefits at Outlook Care: We understand how important our employees are and to support you in making a difference to people’s lives, we have a fantastic range of benefits:
- Flexible hours & a competitive salary
- 28 days of annual leave increasing with length of service (inc bank holidays)
- Preferential dental / health contributory rates
- Comprehensive induction / training & development opportunities (PBS training where relevant)
- Reward Opportunities including Refer a Friend
- Empathy/ wellbeing program
- Sick leave / maternity & paternity
- Disability friendly
- Early Pay - access to your pay before payday
- Workplace pension through NEST or option to join SHPS Pension membership including life assurance
About you: Do you want to make a positive difference to people’s lives? Interested in working in a warm, caring and compassionate environment alongside that puts the person and their family at the centre of all that you do. Relevant experience is desirable but not essential and applications are welcomed from individuals with transferable skills. Ability to work flexibly. Team player, motivated, enthusiastic and able to build positive relationships. Excellent listening and communication skills are essential. Good standard of written, verbal and numeracy skills. Good basic IT skills.
Job Role: We are looking for dedicated, passionate Support Workers to join our team. You will support individuals with learning & physical disabilities with all aspects of daily living, from personal care to supporting them in leisure, education and social activities. Our Support Workers enable our customers to express their rights, choices and aspirations whilst ensuring the highest standard of care is maintained in accordance with Outlook Care's policies, procedures and CQC Fundamental Standards.
The Service: Located in Ilford, this service is about a 10-minute walk from Ilford Station. Our home is a Supported Living Service catering for up to five people. We enable and support our residents to engage in various recreational activities by creating a social and homely atmosphere.
Important Information: This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure. We strongly recommend you are vaccinated against Covid-19. Right to work documentation will need to be provided. Certificate of sponsorship is unavailable at this time (Skilled worker route). Genuine Occupational Requirement - Female.
Support Worker Ilford (Female Only) employer: Outlook Care
Outlook Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its Support Workers. With a strong commitment to providing comprehensive training and flexible working hours, employees are empowered to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents with learning disabilities. The warm, person-centred work culture fosters collaboration and respect, making it a rewarding place to contribute to compassionate care in Barking.
