The Vacancy
At Bright Futures, we believe every person with autism or a learning disability deserves the chance to thrive. We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our specialist home in Grappenhall, Warrington, to provide high-quality care and life-enriching opportunities to the people we support.
Job Role
Our Children's home, Victoria Road, Grappenhall, Warrington has contributed to helping a number of children aged 7-18 years old make significant progress and get the best out of life. Based close to the local town center, the home has a family feel to it and all the children interact well with each other and the team that are here to support them.
The children within the home complete activities as individuals and as a group. These activities include gymnastic clubs, swimming, cinemas, arcades, bowling, trips to local park and beaches as well as day trips to funfairs and waterparks.
As a Support Worker, you will be a key part of a young person or adult’s support team, listening to their wishes, planning meaningful activities, championing their communication goals and keeping meticulous records. You will help to create a warm, stimulating environment whilst working a mix of day shifts and sleeps to meet individual needs.
You’ll do more than provide care – you’ll be a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement, helping the people you support to achieve their own individual outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Provide person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs
* Build trusting relationships and support emotional and behavioural needs using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
* Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, medication, and household tasks
* Promote independence and choice, encouraging the people we support to make their own decisions wherever possible
* Support with day-to-day activities to ensure the people we support make the most of every opportunity
What we’re looking for
* Level 3 diploma in residential childcare, or be willing to work towards 4
* Passionate about person-centred care
* Resilient and tenacious
* Positive and proactive
* Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
* Strong teamwork and communication skills
* Experience in care is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.
Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary up to £34,040.90 (based on experience/qualifications and 1 sleep-in per week)
* Skills Based Pay – the more skills and qualifications you gain, the greater the reward
* Clearly defined career pathways with plenty of opportunities to progress
* Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
* Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000
* Bright Stars scheme & Employee of the Month awards
* Free Meals on Shift
* Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Holiday entitlement increasing with each year of service
Experience in care is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.
Full UK Driving Licence is advantageous.
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