Support Worker

Job Description

Support WorkerSalary: £20,810.04 per annumHours: 37.5 hoursJob Type: PermanentService: Mental health / learning disabilities / autism / physical disabilitiesLocation: RichmondShift Pattern: Early and late shifts, with an average of one sleep over per week. All shifts require staff to do lone, one-to-one working.Application Deadline: 26 August 2020This is an exciting opportunity to join our client as a Support Worker as they continue to grow as a social care provider in London.Benefits- A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop- 33 days’ annual leave, pension scheme and access to 24-hour Employee Assistance counselling- Paid Enhanced DBS- Eye care vouchers- Travel season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme (eligible after 12 months service)About the roleThe role of a Support Worker is to enable the people that our client supports to manage aspects of their daily life.Duties:- Make a difference to the lives of those you support- Support individuals to minimise behaviour that challenges- Provide person-centred risk assessments- Develop support planning documentation- Support individuals to develop relationships and a wider social network- Enter the electronic daily handover using the Buzz system- Support individuals within house and community-based activities- Help to use a range of recovery-oriented and person-centred planning tools- Ensure all plans and records relating to the people you support are accurate and up to date- Assist with everyday tasks to maximise the individual’s independence- Work in a consistent and positive way with local managers and other team members to ensure people get a great service- Undertake various levels of personal care alongside aspects of moving and handlingAbout youFull training will be given; however, the following is essential:- The ability to motivate others and build confidence- Person-centred values- An active knowledge and experience of supporting people with an autism diagnosis- Some roles may require a full driving licence to assist in driving Motability vehicles- The ability to work on a one-to-one basis, using your own initiative- Being a great team player- A practical, adaptable and organised approach- Have interests and skills that you are willing to share and get others involved- The ability to use up-to-date technologyAbout the organisationOur client is proud of their history of supporting people with complex mental health needs and learning disabilities. They support more than 1,500 people across London through a diverse range of support services and believe in providing the right level of support to enable individuals to flourish, contribute and live a good life. As a Gold Level Investor in People, our client has high employee engagement and a strong commitment to people development from both their Board and Leadership Team. As a result, they are able to support people with mental health needs and learning disabilities to live the life they want to lead; happy, healthy, respected as equals and valued for their contribution within communities.Our client aims to be the best social care employer in London and are proud of their reputation as a London employer - employing more than 1,000 staff and volunteers with a turnover of £34m.Do you want to be a Support Worker with our client Select the apply button shown to complete an application form and someone from the Recruitment Team will be in touch! All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as a full employment history and employment references. Our client is committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and they welcome applications from all sections of the community.Keywords: Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.