Support Worker - Hersham Rd - Walton-On-Thames - SurreyAbout usAt Achieve together, we strive to support and inspire the people we care for in order to give them the resources, skills and confidence to live their lives independently, and to the fullest.Without our incredible team of Support Workers, we simply wouldn’t be who we are today. We’re always on the hunt for hard-working, passionate people who want to make a difference and help others – so what are you waiting for?Become a Support Worker and shape lives As a Support Worker, you’ll deliver excellent care, celebrate achievements, encourage fun and creativity and engage directly with our wider community. This is more than just a job – you’ll be helping the individuals we care for gain independence and live healthy, happy and fulfilling lives.At Achieve together, you’ll embark on a career adventure like no other, with dedicated training opportunities along the way to develop your skills as a Support Worker and beyond. Whatever your aspirations, we can help you reach your goals and forge a long-lasting career in social care.You will support people both in their home and in their local communities and we have a range of working patterns to suit you, including full time, part time and flexible opportunities.We offer a range of exciting benefits, such as:Flexible hours to suit a range of lifestylesCareer progression and training opportunitiesEmployee welfare and wellbeing initiativesRecognition schemes, team events and social activitiesEmployee discount schemes across a range of retailers and servicesWagestream - a financial health app that gives you the ability to receive optional pay advancesStaff incentive schemes such as Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month and Heroes AwardsAbout the people and their home People living at Hersham Road enjoy doing the following activities: golf, cricket, football, going to the cinema, companion cycling, gardening, dancing, karaoke, parties, walks by the river and in parks, bus rides, community centre activities, pamper sessions, knitting & chatting, arts and crafts, jigsaw puzzles, crosswords, card games and trips out to London Zoo, Chessington world of adventures, Brighton and other local attractions. They have very active lives and different goals. Some like sports, while others prefer more relaxing activities to keep their minds and bodies active. The support workers work closely with the members of Hersham Road to achieve their goals and dreams. They are supported in attending voluntary jobs like helping at the allotments, church yard and being a member of Unity. Being part of the community is very important to them, and they are supported in accessing many activities at the local community centres including exercise classes, Zumba, bingo, knitting club, yoga and live entertainment. The support workers work with them and their families to help them achieve more independence and develop daily living skills, including cooking, baking, going on holidays, to university, and help them attend all their appointments. Currently, one of the ladies is knitting a blanket for charity! Being a Support Worker at Hersham Road is a rewarding and fulfilling job. About you Although it would be beneficial to have some experience of healthcare work, it isn’t absolutely necessary as we provide full training. As long as you’re passionate, hard-working and empathetic, you’ll fit right in.Join the team today and begin sharing moments and shaping lives.