This Enabling Support Worker post sits in the Complex Care Service at Shaftesbury North East. The work centres on supporting people with complex needs, learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern in supported living, following each person's own support plan. Sleep-in shifts may be required and are paid extra per sleep-in. Only female applicants are being considered, the role needs a full UK driving licence, and no visa sponsorship is offered.
What the job involves
- Provide support and encouragement, taking direction from the person supported and their person-centred support plan
- Maintain accurate records at work in line with service requirements
- Administer personal care and medication when required
- Cover sleep-in sessions when required
What’s required
Qualifications
- NVQ/QCF level 2, or willingness to work towards it while in post
Experience
- Minimum 12 months supporting people with complex needs, learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern in a supported living setting
Skills & knowledge
- Person-centred approach
- Genuine passion for delivering outstanding support
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS or Access NI check
- Full UK driving licence
- Female applicants only, due to service requirements
- Ability to work in the UK without sponsorship
Nice to have
- Knowledge of the local area
- A sense of fun
What’s offered
- £500 Welcome to Shaftesbury bonus after 12 months' service (terms apply)
- Birthday leave: frontline staff can take their birthday off using annual leave
- CQC rewards scheme with gift vouchers when the service is rated Good or Outstanding
- Recognition awards, including leadership recognition letters and gift vouchers of up to £50
- Comprehensive training and development programme
- 25 days plus 8 bank holidays annual leave, rising to 28 days after 5 years
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
