Overview
Relief Residential Support Worker role at Creative Support. We are a non-profit provider of personalised care and support services. We are recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Relief Support Workers to join our residential service in Bromham, Bedford. You would work with people who have learning and physical disabilities to help them achieve their life goals and join the local community.
Our service users at 3 The Glade, Bromham enjoy local walks, films, bowling, discos, and shopping, with opportunities to stop for a bite to eat. We are looking for Relief Support Workers who are active, engaged and will empower people to improve their independence and quality of life.
Day-to-day Responsibilities
* Supporting service users inside their own home and in the Bromham community
* Helping service users retain independence by teaching life skills (e.g., shopping, using public transport, cooking)
* Engaging in activities with service users and encouraging them to take up hobbies and achieve personal goals
* Providing emotional support for individuals and their families
* Providing respectful personal care and helping service users retain dignity at all times
* Assisting with day-to-day running of the service, including administering medication, paperwork, emails and other office duties
Qualifications and Experience
* A minimum of twelve months experience of working with people who have learning disabilities and/or autism is essential
* Driving is beneficial due to the service location; there are nearby bus stops and free offsite parking for staff if you are a driver
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Individual and Family Services
Application and About the Organization
We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold. Applications are reviewed as they are received. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.
Application Instructions: Read the job description and complete the online application form using the links above. You can also download a copy of our application form. Completed forms must be submitted to our Head Office address or emailed to be considered. If you have not heard back within 10 working days after the closing date, please treat this as no feedback. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying. For advice on completing the form, please call 0161 236 0829.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
Vacancy Reference Number: 86587
Note: Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the vacancy reference number.
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