Job overview Support Worker Ingleton Starting salary £13.21ph Rising to £13.41 after successful completion of probation, increasing to £13.60 after a further 12 months in post. *£13.21 per hour is Supplement rate, which is regularly reviewed. Standard hourly rate is £12.21. Please be aware that this rate can be withdrawn any time.* Jenkin Lodge is a warm and welcoming group home providing residential care for adults with learning disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a homely environment where every person is supported with dignity, respect, and a strong focus on individual needs. We deliver person-centred support, ensuring each resident can develop their independence, interests and receive personalised care that helps them live fulfilling and meaningful lives. We are looking for someone who is: Kind, caring, and compassionate Patient and understanding Supportive and committed to helping others live their best life Able to encourage independence, and daily living skills activities Confident in providing personal care This role is based in a single location at Jenkin Lodge; however, a full UK driving licence is essential to help support residents with trips, appointments, and activities. Why Join Us? You’ll become part of a friendly, supportive, and dedicated team who will welcome you from day one. We are passionate about creating a positive working environment where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and join a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you. Advert · Person Centred - Prepare person-centred support plans with clients which reflect their views and aspirations and respect their beliefs and opinions, reviewing and amending them as necessary and considering the client’s changing needs and wishes. · Respectful - Support clients to fulfil their aspirations, supporting them to live as independently as possible, in accordance with their skills and abilities. This may include accompanying them on social visits and events, supporting them with their interests and hobbies, promoting choice, arranging activities and outings, and developing their skills and knowledge. · Open - Communicate in an open and transparent way with clients and other team members, acting with integrity and doing what you say that you will do. · Understanding - Where required you may be asked to provide personal care to clients in a way that respects their choices and dignity. This can include assistance with washing and toileting. · Dedicated - Keep appropriate, accurate records, including daily notes, with full involvement of the client. Working for our organisation St. Anne's wants to reward its employees for their hard work. Employee benefits include; Rising 20 to 25 days plus statutory bank holidays 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme Continuous opportunities for ongoing training and career development Cycle To Work scheme Refer A Friend recruitment initiative Flexible working opportunities (where applicable) upon successful completion of probation period Group Personal Pension Scheme Discounted income protection scheme Free car parking at most services Free life assurance cover Detailed job description and main responsibilities As a Support Worker, you will provide high quality care and support to our clients to enable them to live their best life. You will be passionate in making a difference to our client’s lives, helping them to fulfil their aspirations and ambitions. Bringing creativity and a can-do approach, you will personify our values of being Person-Centred, Respectful, Open, Understanding and Dedicated (PROUD). Willing to provide an appropriate level of care and support to clients, in accordance with their care plan including personal care. Understanding of the importance of maintaining accurate written and numerical records Ability to undertake a wide range of personal care and domestic duties (specific to each service) Able to carry out the physical requirements of the role including but not limited to climbing stairs/using hoists/pushing wheelchairs/moving people/night work. *Adjustments will be considered in line with the Equality Act where these criteria cannot be met due to a disability Understand or willing to learn how to use computer packages (such as Word, Outlook and the Internet) and to undertake relevant training and qualification in care if required. Able to work cooperatively as a team member. Able to liaise and communicate effectively with carers, families, inspectors and other external stakeholders A valid UK driving license is essential St. Anne’s is working to actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We want people from underrepresented groups such as disabled, black and ethnic minority, Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, and non-binary (LGBTQ) communities to apply for all our roles. St. Anne's is a Disability Confident employer. We are actively working to recruit and retain people with disabilities and long-term health conditions into our work force. If you are an applicant who has a disability, you will be offered an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the job. Please contact recruitment on 0113 243 5151 opt 5 if you require any reasonable adjustments.