We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our learning disability service. In this role, you will:
* Support individuals to achieve their goals and increase independence
* Promote inclusion, dignity, and choice
* Provide personal care, practical help, and emotional support
* Depending on individual needs, you may be required to provide personal care, support with medication, maintain household tasks, and manage a tenancy
About you
As a Support Worker, you should:
* Be a great listener with a caring and supportive attitude
* Want to make a difference every day
* Be focused on the individual and not just routines
* Be warm, friendly, and have a natural caring nature, a great sense of humor, and positive energy that brings a smile to people's faces
* Be energetic and ready to support our customers on their adventures
Benefits when joining Orwell!
* 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
* Reward and recognition awards
* Free DBS checks, Hepatitis and Flu vaccinations
* Cashback Health plan
* Access to Blue Light Card (membership fees apply)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities through Orwell Academy
* Wellbeing programme
Desirable qualifications include:
* Care Certificate
* QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
Additional requirements:
* Full driving license (desirable but not essential)
* Must be eligible to work in the UK; Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship
* Required to provide right to work documentation if appointed
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC). The definition of new arrival includes those who have worked or resided overseas in the previous five years, including UK citizens who have worked or lived overseas for six months or more.
We are a Disability Confident employer. We will generally offer an interview to any applicant declaring a disability who meets the minimum criteria for the role. For more details, please visit our website.
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