£12.40 per hour
(Pending Pay Review 2025)
Hours available in Bristol, Bradley Stoke
Bank/Zero Hours
We are accepting applications until 27th May 2025
We understand that people want casual work for a variety of reasons, whether that's to supplement a part-time job, whilst studying elsewhere, or as part of juggling child-care. Whatever the reason, we're confident we can find an opportunity that suits you!
As a Casual Support Worker, you will be working with the people we support in our Supported Living service in Bradley Stoke to develop their independence and support them live the way that they choose.
As a member of our support team, you will be assisting people we support with their day-to-day activities such as personal care, cooking, housework, going to the shops or attending any activities they may be interested in. You will work with these individuals to encourage independence, choice and involvement in their own lives, and to promote their active participation in their chosen community.
There are a wide variety of shifts from 4 hours to 9 hours long, earlies/lates/middle of the day/during school hours only. Most one to ones will be supporting a person outside of home. Regular activities include Zumba, aqua fit, swimming, dog walking, lunches out, social groups, discos, cycling, job searching, watching live wrestling, days working on a farm, football matches, and much more.
What we offer:
Induction shifts in a named service, with full training and induction provided, paid training sessions and a competitive hourly rate - including extra pay for sleep-ins. Almost 100% of our services are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC, so you can be confident you will be working alongside some of the best teams in the West!
At Milestones Trust we recognise that without the hard work, commitment and passion of our staff, we wouldn't be the charity that we are today. In return, we are committed to rewarding you with a competitive pay and benefits package including :
* Get paid when you want - access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday using Dayforce Wallet
* Accrual of annual leave as you work
* Extra pay for weekend and additional sleep-ins work
* Flexible working and the opportunity to work in many different locations to gain new skills and experience within Learning Disabilities, Mental Health and Supported Living
* Learning and development opportunities to help you to build your career, including a comprehensive induction programme, and the opportunity to undertake further qualifications
* A referral scheme with cash incentive
To apply you will:
* Have at least 6 months' experience as a Support Worker/ Care Assistant or the equivalent in a similar setting; or currently studying health sciences subjects at undergraduate/post graduate level
* Able to commit to regular work 12hr+ per week
* Hold full valid British driving licence (manual gear)
* Have strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, the people we support and a range of stakeholders
* Be kind and caring, have a proactive attitude and willingness to be flexible and adaptable
* Be able to work on your own and as part of a team
* Be willing to learn and committed to delivering a high-quality service to the people we support
Interviews will be held on an ad-hoc basis until sufficient applications have been received.
*Please note that we are shortlisting regularly for this role and you might be contacted via email if any follow-up questions are required.
For more information about this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0117 9709333.
*Please refer to our Refer a Friend policy for full details of eligibility and terms.
Milestones Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all the individuals that it supports, it expects the same commitment from all employees. If successful at interview an enhanced DBS check will take place. (Formerly CRB) A criminal record is not necessarily a barrier to recruitment. Committed to Equality and Diversity for all. Registered Charity No. 294377.