Community Programmes Support Worker - Bank

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Community Programmes Support Worker - BankBased in Totnes (you may be required to work in surrounding areas)Salary scale: £9.91 per hourWorking hours: Bank work - our client is looking for people that are available to work on alternate Saturdays and/or during the Summer HolidaysAbout the RoleAs a Community Projects Support Worker, you will be part of a team working in partnership with young people and young adults to support them in their development of life and social skills in an enjoyable and safe environment. Theres never a dull moment duringholiday projects or at Saturday Groups; you could be gorge walking on Dartmoor one day, doing yoga in a dance studio the next. They are looking for people who can contribute to their delivery and support young people and young adults with learning disabilitiesto get active - get involved - get creative - get together.About Our ClientBased in Devon, our client provides high-quality short breaks and residential care, community-based programmes and specialist further education to children, young people and adults with learning disabilities.They believe in the rights of all individuals with a learning disability, however complex, to receive the services and support they need to develop the skills and confidence to reach their full potential.They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults, and they expect all staff to share this commitment. For this post, pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought, and successful candidates willneed to undertake an enhanced DBS check.About YouOur client is looking for people who are patient, enthusiastic, sensible, practical, creative and caring. If you have these traits, then this might be a great opportunity for you to join them.Ideally, you will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Youth Work or Play Work, experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities or working in youth organisations, or currently studying in a related field e.g. community and/or outdoorsports, the arts, medicine or psychology. However, if you dont have any of these things, our client would still love to hear from you if you have a real passion for supporting young people and love working somewhere in which every day is different!You will need to have availability to work on alternate Saturdays and/or during the Summer Holidays.BenefitsOur client is a well-established charity that provides an excellent range of staff benefits:- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service- Annual Incremental pay rises (within-grade, T&Cs apply)- Pension and Life Assurance (T&Cs apply)- Employee Assistance Scheme- Retail/High Street shopping discounts (Eden Red)- Fully funded Enhanced DBS & Update Service- Refer to a Friend bonus scheme (T&Cs apply)- Comprehensive induction & training programsAs a Disability Confident Employer, our client is committed to encouraging applications from applicants who declare they have a disability, provided they meet the minimum job criteria as specified in the person specification, by offering a guaranteed interview.Previous applicants need not apply.So, if youre seeking your next challenge as a Community Programmes Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may refer to this role as Lead Support Worker, Young Persons Support Worker, Childrens Support Worker, Social Care Worker, or Care Worker.