Support Worker post at Kirkside House, a Cygnet Health Care residential service supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs, some of whom display behaviours that challenge. The work centres on person-centred daily support, helping residents build independence, learn practical skills and get out into the community. Men only, under a genuine occupational requirement; the role is full time on 12-hour day shifts with alternate weekends on a two-week rolling rota. An enhanced DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Deliver enhanced, flexible care to every resident
- Give physical and emotional support, with guidance and encouragement
- Learn each person's needs and tailor help to them
- Record and report on medical and welfare needs
- Safeguard people in the service
- Keep the living environment safe and clean
- Support people to get into the community for work, college, hobbies, days out and holidays
- Help people develop everyday skills such as cooking and cleaning
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication
- Good team working
- Empowering and supporting service user independence
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Male (genuine occupational requirement)
Other
- Confident manner
- Genuine drive to make a real difference to people's lives
- Sensitive and intuitive approach, with energy to create a trusting, stimulating and varied environment
What’s offered
- Pension scheme
- Discounts with free NHS Blue Light Card
- Perkbox vouchers for everyday purchases and shopping
- Private health cash plan
- Free confidential mental health support
- Apprenticeship scheme for further learning
- Flexible working with opportunity for overtime
- Regular coaching, appraisal and peer support
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
