Female Support Worker
| Posting date: | 04 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £11.75 per hour (plus excellent benefits) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2024 |
| Location: | SN15 1RQ |
| Company: | United Response |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | UNIT181897 |
Summary
Role: Female Support Worker (£250 Welcome Bonus)
Basic Salary: £11.75 per hour (plus excellent benefits)
Location: Chippenham
Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week
(You must hold a Full UK Driving licence to apply for this role)
We are looking for someone to join one of our supported living service in Chippenham on a part time basis.
This is a responsible role which is really varied, can be challenging and is extremely rewarding, the job is all about giving people encouragement, guidance and support so they can live as independently as possible and have the freedom to make their own choices.
What would you be doing?
The role of Support Worker is a varied one, but your responsibilities would involve:
- Accompanying the people we support on trips and to activities
- Getting involved with activities
- Assisting with jobs around the house
- Encouraging continued engagement in the community
- Helping with meals
- Personal care
- Administering medication
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a service where you can play an active and positive role in people’s lives.
In return for your passion and commitment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Increased annual leave after 3 and 5 years’ service
- Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling and advice services
- Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
- Sick Pay
- Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers
- Paid DBS
- Pension Contribution
- £250 Welcome Bonus
Please be aware that this role will involve weekend, bank holiday work and sleep ins. The successful candidate will also be subject to a full DBS check.
Female Applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement.
*Terms and conditions apply to the Welcome Bonus
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