FitzRoy are looking for enthusiastic and person-centred individuals to work alongside people at Jellicoe Court, our vibrant and sociable supported living service in Chineham, enabling them to live fulfilling and independent lives.
Jellicoe Court is home to 18 adults, each with their own unique personality, aspirations, and preferences. We partner with individuals who may have learning disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injuries. Some people may communicate their needs or express themselves in ways that require understanding, patience, and a positive approach, and may also live with health conditions like epilepsy or diabetes. Jellicoe Court is a bright, modern community where each individual enjoys the independence of their own self-contained flat. The service also boasts welcoming communal spaces where everyone comes together - whether it's for movie nights, themed parties, or karaoke sessions. Additionally, we have a lovely garden for those who like to relax, enjoy fresh air, and participate in outdoor activities.
You might be enabling Claire* to choose and buy what she needs at the local shops or assisting Matthew* to manage his health by attending his diabetes nurse appointment. You'll receive great training and mentorship from colleagues, focusing on how to work in partnership with people to achieve their goals and aspirations.
This role encompasses all aspects of daily life which includes, showering, bathing, and personal hygiene, always with a focus on dignity, respect, and promoting independence wherever possible.
Due to the requirements of the people we support we are currently only able to recruit female support workers.
A full UK manual driving licence is essential as you will be required to drive our vehicles.
Day shift: £50 per hour weekdays and £13.75 weekends.
Full time or Part time available
50 for overtime shifts.
Time and a half or double time for public holidays.
Sleep-ins are £50 per night.
Support Worker Hours
You will work a set pattern of morning and afternoon shifts. Shifts are 7.5 hours, and a full-time contract is 37.5 hours (5 shifts a week). Weekend working is essential, which will be on a rotating basis and when you work a weekend you will have the time off in the week.
FitzRoy is a national charity, set up 60 years ago by brave parents as a pioneering alternative to institutional care. Their values remain the values of FitzRoy today - we see the person, we are brave and we are creative - and they thread through everything we do.
We support hundreds of people with a range of needs. You could be supporting someone with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries or mental health support needs. Many of the people we support also have physical impairments or other health issues. Working for us will give you an opportunity to learn, to grow and to transform lives. 30 days holiday rising with service
Staff recognition scheme
Investment in training and development
DBS
Enhanced pay for weekends and overtime
bonus
Healthcare cash back plan
Employee assistance programme
Pension and life assurance
Employee assistance programme
DBS
Debbie, Support Worker:
I love working with the people we support, it really is all down to them. Chloe, Support Worker:
You don't become a support worker unless you want to help people and make a difference to someone's life. That's what made me want to do this job - I have always been a caring person and I wanted to help give people with learning disabilities a voice.
Alan, Support Worker:
FitzRoy is such an incredible place to work, everyone really cares about the people we support. I am genuinely passionate about improving their quality of life, and when you see the people we support achieving a goal I feel immense job satisfaction.
Fitzroy reserve the right to close job adverts early should we receive a sufficient quality of applicants or if business need dictates.