Female Support Worker
| Posting date: | 13 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2024 |
| Location: | Cowdenbeath, Fife |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Quarriers |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | QUA1006052 |
Summary
Are you passionate about supporting people in a community setting? Are you a great team player looking to join an organisation who truly values their staff? If so, then we have a great opportunity for you to join our dedicated team in Cowdenbeath, Fife supporting adults to live independent full lives!
Your new opportunity
Quarriers Fife Adult Support Living services are currently recruiting 2x part time Female Support Workers. The services are situated in a row of 6 cottages within an idyllic setting in Cowdenbeath where we support adults who have emotional/mental health support needs and learning disabilities. One of the six cottages is the central hub office base for staff to enjoy and where peer support is offered. Within the 5 cottages you will be supporting people in their own home, assisting them with daily life task such as cooking, hobbies and domestic duties. The people we support are independent and at times may need assistance with person care.
As a Support Worker within our Fife services, you will be provided with training and given the opportunity to thrive in a role where you can make a difference to a person’s life every day. An important part of the role is being able to connect with the people we support and understanding their individual needs and personal goals. As a Support Worker at Quarriers you will promote inclusivity and support people with accessing local opportunities and activities/hobbies they enjoy.
Working pattern: Our day shifts start from 7:45am – 8pm and staff are provided with a rota in advance. We support people 24/7 therefore a level of flexibility is required to meet individual needs, however we aim to offer every 2nd weekend off to staff depending on availability and the needs of the people we support.
This is a part time role working 24 - 30 hours per week.
What you will need to bring to the role
Ability to connect with people and build long lasting relationships.
Compassion and kindness to support people in their day to day lives.
Enthusiasm and self-motivation.
Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals.
Excellent problem solver who is driven by positive outcomes.
Resilient, reliable and an excellent listener.
Good IT & communication skills.
A full driving license is desirable.
No experience required, Quarriers will provide you with training and development opportunities.
What's in it for you?
Generous holiday entitlement
HSF Health Cash Plans.
24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance programme.
£500 refer a friend scheme (t&c’s apply)
Life Assurance Benefit.
Workplace Pension.
Registered with Concert for Carers.
Access to health services free of charge (physiotherapy & occupational health)
Cycle to work scheme.
Christmas saving scheme.
Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile via Quarriers website.
Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within six months of start date.
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.
Your new opportunity
Quarriers Fife Adult Support Living services are currently recruiting 2x part time Female Support Workers. The services are situated in a row of 6 cottages within an idyllic setting in Cowdenbeath where we support adults who have emotional/mental health support needs and learning disabilities. One of the six cottages is the central hub office base for staff to enjoy and where peer support is offered. Within the 5 cottages you will be supporting people in their own home, assisting them with daily life task such as cooking, hobbies and domestic duties. The people we support are independent and at times may need assistance with person care.
As a Support Worker within our Fife services, you will be provided with training and given the opportunity to thrive in a role where you can make a difference to a person’s life every day. An important part of the role is being able to connect with the people we support and understanding their individual needs and personal goals. As a Support Worker at Quarriers you will promote inclusivity and support people with accessing local opportunities and activities/hobbies they enjoy.
Working pattern: Our day shifts start from 7:45am – 8pm and staff are provided with a rota in advance. We support people 24/7 therefore a level of flexibility is required to meet individual needs, however we aim to offer every 2nd weekend off to staff depending on availability and the needs of the people we support.
This is a part time role working 24 - 30 hours per week.
What you will need to bring to the role
Ability to connect with people and build long lasting relationships.
Compassion and kindness to support people in their day to day lives.
Enthusiasm and self-motivation.
Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals.
Excellent problem solver who is driven by positive outcomes.
Resilient, reliable and an excellent listener.
Good IT & communication skills.
A full driving license is desirable.
No experience required, Quarriers will provide you with training and development opportunities.
What's in it for you?
Generous holiday entitlement
HSF Health Cash Plans.
24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance programme.
£500 refer a friend scheme (t&c’s apply)
Life Assurance Benefit.
Workplace Pension.
Registered with Concert for Carers.
Access to health services free of charge (physiotherapy & occupational health)
Cycle to work scheme.
Christmas saving scheme.
Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile via Quarriers website.
Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within six months of start date.
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.