Overview
Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? This role may suit you if you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or if you want to make a positive difference in people’s lives. We are proud of the work we do, the people who work with us and the training we offer. No previous experience or qualifications are required as full training will be provided.
You will be comfortable with lone working and supporting individuals with mental health needs. You should be compassionate, caring and confident, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You should be a self-starter with a high level of motivation, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You should be eager to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems, and be committed to embracing our values and vision while having fun.
The Camden Society is seeking enthusiastic support workers to join our inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals to achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions. The support you provide will vary with each person, as everyone is different. Supporting people in their daily lives may include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, supporting leisure, employment, individual interests and travel. This role can be fun and rewarding but may also be challenging and demanding.
You may be supporting people in their own home or out in the community. Thera is unique in that we are led by people with a learning disability, and our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.
Responsibilities
* Provide person-centred support in daily living activities and personal care as needed.
* Support individuals to plan and manage their own home and personal routines.
* Encourage participation in leisure, employment, and community activities.
* Adapt support to each person’s goals, preferences and abilities.
* Maintain respectful, professional and confidential relationships with individuals and their families where appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
* No prior experience or qualifications required; full training will be provided.
* Comfortable with lone working and supporting individuals with mental health needs.
* Compassionate, caring and confident; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Self-starter with a high level of motivation; strong written and verbal communication skills; articulate and professional.
* Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and to creatively solve problems.
* Commitment to Thera’s values and vision.
Benefits and Additional Information
* Annualised Hours with guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles, plus overtime opportunities.
* Flexible working hours for work-life balance.
* Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks).
* 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata).
* Employee support line for you and your family.
* Free nationally accredited training with opportunity to earn qualifications and progress your career.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Free DBS check.
* Refer a friend and earn up to £300.
* Cycle to Work Scheme and well-being initiatives.
* Access to thousands of retail discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan.
* Employee Council representing staff views on work-related matters.
* Access to Early Pay (certain terms apply, excludes relief workers).
* Equality and equal opportunity employment information.
About and Compliance
If you have a passion for making a difference in people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group. For further information, contact our talent team on 01476 513934 or newtalent@thera.co.uk. We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare any convictions or cautions, including those that would be spent. This role is subject to a relevant DBS check should you be offered the position. Thera follows government guidance around vaccines and encourages participation in vaccination programmes recommended if you are working in social care.
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