At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives and engage in community activities.
- Company: Southdown, a not-for-profit provider of care and support services.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour plus holiday pay, with full training provided.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and gain valuable qualifications for your career.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying varied and rewarding work.
- Qualifications: Compassionate individuals; experience in care roles is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Support people with learning disabilities to live full, happy lives.
Salary: £13.45 per hour, plus holiday pay of £1.62 per hour
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What you'll be doing:
Southdown is a not-for-profit provider of accommodation, care and support for 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities in our 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes across Sussex. As a support worker, you'll encourage a sense of fun by supporting clients to access their community, including walks along the beach, cinema, shopping, and café visits, as well as activities within the service. You'll help clients to live well by supporting them with everyday tasks such as cleaning, cooking and personal care.
We're looking for compassionate individuals to help build clients' confidence and independence through empowering care, and in return, we offer a rewarding job where no two days are the same.
Princes Crescent is a supported living service for 6 adults with learning disabilities. It lies just off Hove seafront, close to Hove town centre, public transport and local amenities. Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each client's choice, control and independence.
A willingness to complete relevant training in health and social care, moving and handling, Positive Behaviour Support and safeguarding, safety, risk management and health protocols is required. Happy to support clients with intimate and personal care needs.
You must live within reasonable commuting distance of the service location or be willing to relocate. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown, is necessary.
Experience working with clients with varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities, including those with learning disabilities or mental health challenges, is preferred. Previous care experience, either professionally or with family members, is also beneficial.
Training: We offer full training for this position so you don't need direct experience. You'll also gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex.
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Bank Support Worker Weekends in Hove employer: Southdown
Southdown is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment. With competitive pay, comprehensive training, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, employees can make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients while enjoying the vibrant community of Hove. Join us to experience a fulfilling career where every day brings new challenges and rewards.
