Department
Support Worker
Are you a Support Worker experienced in assisting adults with autism and/or learning disabilities? Are you eager to progress in your career? Discovery is currently recruiting for a Lead Support Worker to join our team at Orchard Bungalow in Taunton.
About the Role:
At Orchard Bungalow, we provide support for five individuals to live independently. Our residents enjoy outings to town, shopping trips, family visits, and church activities. If you have a passion for gardening, you'll feel right at home - our expansive garden is perfect for growing vegetables and plants, an activity our residents love to participate in.
As a Lead Support Worker, your main focus is ensuring the happiness and fulfillment of those we support, while also providing guidance and support to your colleagues to deliver exceptional care.
Your responsibilities will include supporting individuals to live life on their own terms, helping them achieve personal goals, and assisting with tasks such as medication management, organizing health appointments, meal preparation, and personal care. You'll also offer emotional support, encouragement, and reassurance whenever needed.
Why join us?
Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited by the Great Places To Work Programme for the third year in row in 2023.
1. £13.61per hour
2. 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
3. Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
4. We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
5. A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members.
6. Life Assurance and Pension scheme
7. Great Induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate, and Diploma in Health & Social Care.