Support Worker
| Posting date: | 18 September 2024 |
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| Salary: | £12.37 to £12.37 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 October 2024 |
| Location: | Taunton, TA2 6AL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Discovery |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DS04000 |
Summary
Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference?
Do you want to work alongside others who are as motivated and dedicated as you are?
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Tell me more?
- You will be supporting 5 people who live in the Taunton area to live their lives independently
- You could be going on holiday!! This year we have been to Cyprus, Edinburgh and Butlins - we are looking to get more planned for next year, top of the list is the Harry Potter Train!!
- The people we support enjoy trips into town, going shopping, visiting their families and going to church, we would like to find more things to do locally so if you have any ideas please bring them along!
- Keen gardeners VERY welcome - Their home has a huge garden that would be great for growing veg and plants which the people we support would love to get involved in.
What will I be doing?
- You will be supporting people to live their lives how they choose, to be themselves and to achieve their personal goals
- The people we support would like some support with their medication, organising and attending their health appointments, and preparing meals and personal care.
- You will also be providing emotional support, encouragement, and reassurance when needed
What shifts are available?
- Morning support hours start at 7am - 2.30pm and then afternoon support hours are 2.30pm -10pm
- We're looking for people with the flexibility to work on a rota basis across weekdays and weekends
- Rotas are provided at least 4 weeks in advance to support a healthy work / life balance - something we're really passionate about!
Why join us?
- Full-time or part-time contracts available
- £12.37 per hour
- 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
- We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
- A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members.
- Life Assurance and Pension scheme
- Great Induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate, and Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Apply now:
We want the people we support to have fulfilling lives and we want our colleagues to have great careers with us. If you would like to be a part of our team and feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below, or contact the Internal Resourcing Consultant team 0300 303 9150 or drop us an email at applynow@discovery-uk.org for an informal conversation about the role. Before you know it you could be making a positive difference every day.
This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.
Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application . Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150 or email applynow@discovery-uk.org
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