Support Worker
We currently have opportunities for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Support Worker to join our scheme in Hoddesdon. At Haslewood Avenue,we offer day to day support, including personal care, hoisting, meal preparation and assistance with medication to people with learning difficulties.
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:
Assess needs and develop personalised support plans
Promote independence through life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting
Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect
Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans
Induct and assist in the mentoring of new staff
Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goalsYou’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.
About you:
We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.
You will also need to:
Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences
Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays
Work well as part of a team and independently
Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred careWe will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
Hightown Benefits:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (Pro Rata)
£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract or £13.26 per hour
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Mileage paid for car usage
Fully paid DBS
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review
Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support
Employee assistance helplinePlease note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer