Support Worker
Could you support someone to live more independently and do the things that they enjoy?
Driver with a full UK manual licence is required for this role.
About the role:
We are looking for a part time support worker to join our team, to help people be part of their local community and live happily in their own home.
This service works 24 hours on a 1-1 basis. You will have a varied array of tasks whilst on shift; everything from cooking & cleaning, taking part in activities such as horse riding, and attending disco's to going shopping or long drives in the car. You will be required to confidently manage challenging behaviours but will be supported and guided by senior staff members to establish appropriate boundaries, manage those behaviours effectively and nurture this person towards a positive future.
This will also include planning alongside members of family and the person’s circle of support to enable this individual to be happy, healthy and to be successful in achieving their wishes and aspirations. The gentleman at this service follows a strict routine therefore, time management, planning and preparation are hugely important. He also has limited communication so strong listening skills and good communication skills are needed.
We aim to create a positive, relaxed home environment where the people we support feel safe, supported & listened to. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, please get in touch.
*Please note a driver with a full UK manual driving licence is required for this role.
Hours:
Part time- 26hours.
Sleep in shifts are required.
Must be flexible and be available to work weekends.
Location:
The service is situated in Nantwich, Cheshire. On street parking is available.
About you:
Experience working in a support living setting would be desirable although not essential, as we will provide full training and induction to support you in your role. You must have genuine empathy for the people we support, with the positivity, patience, and resilience to support them through difficult times. Enjoy teamwork and take pride in getting a job done well alongside your colleagues and have excellent face to face communication skills and a good standard of literacy.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Debbie.Bradbury@choicesupport.org.uk
Closing date: Monday 16th December
Interview date: Interviews to be held on Friday 20th December.
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship, please only apply if you can work in the UK.
We may close this post early if we receive sufficient applications before the closing date. If you are interested in applying, we would ask that you do so as early as possible to avoid any disappointment.
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Choice Support is Disability Confident which is a scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term chronic health condition or if you require any adjustments/support during the application/selection process, please contact us so that we can discuss your needs with you.
