We have an opportunity available for a Carer Support / Assessment Worker to join the team supporting our Cheshire East Carers Service.
This is a community based role. A full driving licence and access to your own reliable transport are essential as carer assessments are often carried out in the carer's home. A good geographical understanding of the local areas is advantageous.
Salary: £13.90 per hour
Hours: 30 hours weekly
Location: Macclesfield and surrounding areas or south areas of Cheshire East
At Making Space we are a team that is driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.
Company Values
* Kind Hearts – building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging.
* Tailor Making – nurturing unique relationships to make every day count.
* Dreaming Big – harnessing imagination to generate confidence and help others believe in themselves.
* Having Courage – committing bravely to new ways of working and taking risks.
* Being Ready – responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together.
Responsibilities
* Passionate about empowering and helping carers on a one-to-one basis.
* Provide values-based support, advice and information to service users and carers.
* Assist carers to develop coping strategies, conduct home visits and carer assessments.
* Provide information about mental health and mental health services available to them.
* Have a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of carers and their loved ones.
Qualifications
* You do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications.
* You must have a full UK Driving Licence and own transport.
* You must be able to travel throughout Macclesfield and the surrounding areas or the south areas of Cheshire East.
* Personal values must align with those of Making Space.
* You will receive on-the-job training and can undertake professional qualifications if desired.
Benefits
* Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn.
* Electric Car Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice & National Minimum Wage regulations).
* Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and health service discounts.
* Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time).
* Double time for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
* Ability to buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply.
* Access to our library of learning through our e-portal.
* Up to Level 2-6 qualifications in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and other continuous professional development.
* Investment in career progression – at least half of senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
* Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses.
* Colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards.
* Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum.
* Paid Sick leave.
Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks, and will be provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.
We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.
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