*Due to the current demands on the service, we require a FEMALE Support Worker only*
Working Hours- 37.5 hours per week
8.50am to 4.20pm ( 20 minute unpaid break)
Monday to Friday
Hourly Rate - £12.21 per hour
Job Description
Diverse Abilities is Dorset's disability charity supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the county since 1955.
The Beehive is our day activity and therapy centre with a lively and sociable setting for adults with disabilities.
We are looking to recruit a support worker to join the team at The Beehive, our adults' day therapy and activity centre.
To be successful in our Support Worker role you will be required to:
* Provide excellent support and care to people day to day.
* Support and encourage people to take part in new things which can help develop confidence and enable them to reach their full potential.
* Support people with every aspect of their personal care.
* Drive the organisation's vehicles and act as an escort when required.
* When appropriately trained, administer medication in line with Diverse Abilities' policy.
* Provide a clear record of the day's activity with/for the person you've supported.
* Work to The Beehive Centre' policies and procedures.
* Participate in regular support and supervision.
What we offer:
* 6 weeks paid holiday
* Comprehensive training package for your role
* Auto-enrolment Pension scheme
* Blue Light Card - access to discounts for shops, restaurants etc..
* Access to 'cycle to work' benefits
Full UK Manual Driving license is essential for the role
*Due to the current demands on the service, we require a FEMALE Support Worker only*
**Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position, we would not be able to progress your application should sponsorship be required.**
Commitment to safeguarding
Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the service users and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced DBS check for this post prior to commencement. The Charity is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you require sponsorship? ( Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship at this time)
* This role involves personal care which includes supporting someone to access the toilet and be clean afterwards, supporting to shower someone and help them wash themselves. Are you comfortable with this ?
Experience:
* Driving: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* FULL UK, Manual Driving License (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person