Specialist Community Support Worker

Job Description

If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity then take a look at this rewarding role and join our teamDo you want to make a real difference to the lives of adults that need support Are you passionate about equity, fairness, and everyone having the right to a happy, fulfilled life Do you want your employer to support your wellbeing and ambitions to progressyour career and developmentWe are seeking a Specialist Community Support Worker to join one of our supported living services in Salford. We aim to provide care and support and promote independence and inclusion within the local community through methodsincluding positive behaviour support.We aim in to empower the individuals we support to take control of their own lives and gain greater independence; by teaching communication, choice and fulfilment.Working Pattern - 37.5 hours each week worked over a 7-day rota which includes sleep-ins.A Sleep-in payment of £65 per sleep applies - example, based on 1 sleep per week, excluding holiday entitlement, can add an additional £2,925.00. An enhanced payment is also paid for weekend hours of +25% hourly rate.Salary - £21,283.00 from 1 April 2023 plus additional payments for sleep-ins and enhanced pay for weekend hours.Holiday entitlement starts from 27 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays.Location - Due to the nature of the service at this point we can only determine Salford as the location.Here at Together Trust our vision is to champion a better future for the adults we support.The people we support have a variety of complex needs which may include learning difficulties, Autism spectrum conditions, including behaviours perceived as challenging, mobility, communication, health and social care needs.What can you bring to the service...We are looking for a Specialist Community Support Worker who has the ability and resilience to work with behaviour, which may challenge, in a caring and consistent manner, including the maintenance of appropriate boundariesfor behaviour.Do you have the ability to work individually on shift using your own initiative and as part of a team, maintaining & encouraging, open and honest communicationCan you undertake the full range of tasks, in a well-planned way that respects & values the individualsHelp us make a change to the people we support.Why work for us

• You will be joining a great team of like-minded people.
• 27 days annual leave rising to 30 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years plus bank holidays.
• Occupational sick pay and family friendly policies including enhanced maternity.
• Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
• Long service awards including cash gifts and extra holiday.
• Mental Health First Aiders offering support from trained colleagues, and free mental health support through our employee assistance provider Lifeworks.
• Access to health plans where you can subscribe to claim towards therapy, dental etc. through Simply Health.
• Free in person and online yoga classes for all staff.
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme.
• A range of discounts and cycle to work schemes as well as staff council and staff networks.

To discover the full details of this rewarding role within the Together Trust take a look at our Job Description.Together Trust has committed to paying all staff a significantly higher wage than the government minimum. By officially registering as a Living Wage employer, we are showing our commitment to our employees, now and in the future.We may remove this advert should we find the successful candidates prior to the closing date therefore early applications are encouraged.The closing date for applications is Wednesday 12 April 2023.We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have the right to work in the UK.