Job Title: Support WorkerLocation: Brixham Contract: Permanent Hours: 1 x 39 hours per week 1 x 36 hours per week Salary: £13.00 per hour Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential Reference: Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer. As a valued Support Worker with Thera Southwest, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability and physical disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals to achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions. The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different. Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and, in this role, will include personal care, moving and handling, with training given if this is a new skill to you. Additionally, you will be helping to develop and promote new and existing skills for the supported person, alongside helping and supporting with accessing leisure activities, exploring individual interests and travel. This can be a fund and rewarding role but also at times challenging and demanding. You will be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community, therefore an ability to drive will be an advantage.
1. Thera South West is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
2. Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
3. Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.
Who are we looking for?
4. No previous experience or qualifications required, Free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
5. Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
9. Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
10. Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!
What are the Benefits?
11. Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
12. Flexible working hours for work life balance
13. Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
14. 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
15. Employee support line to support you and your family
16. Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
17. Contributory Pension Scheme
18. Free Enhanced DBS check
19. Refer a friend and earn up to £
20. Cycle to Work Scheme
21. Well-being initiatives
22. Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
23. An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work