New opportunities are now available in Slough for a Support Worker to join a leading social support charity at one of their specialist supported living services.
This charity provides housing, wellbeing and integrated services across London and the South East of England for people who need additional support to live independently.
Slough is home to a range of accommodation services.
At each one, the team provides service users with tailored, high-quality living support in the best possible environment for them (whether that’s a group housing setting, supported flat, or in their own home).
As a Support Worker, you will provide personal, practical and wellbeing support that will enable service users to engage with a broad range of opportunities for building skills and social connections and improving quality of life.
Your work will directly support and encourage service users to live the life they choose, as independently as possible, in a personalised and person-centred environment.
This is a permanent, full-time position as a Support Worker.
Person specification:
* (Essential) Previous experience in a relevant care role within a similar environment (mental health / learning disabilities / complex care / SEN)
* (Essential) Compassionate, caring attitude and a willingness to learn
* (Desirable) A relevant qualification such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care
Benefits and enhancements include:
* 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays, with length of service boosts plus opportunities to buy/sell
* Further learning and development support
* Eligibility for discounts schemes including Blue Light Card
* Employee Assistance Programme including access to confidential counselling and wellbeing services
* Paid DBS
* Travel loan and eyecare vouchers
* Generous pension and life assurance cover
* Professional recognition initiatives
* And more!