Support Worker - Post 16
Fair Ways is a leading children's services charity based in the Solent, delivering Fostering, Education, Residential, Mental Health and Family services and cares for over 400 children, families, young people and vulnerable adults each year.
We care about each other and are all committed to making a change to the lives of the young people, children and families in our care. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact to the lives of young people? As a leading provider of Supported Living homes, we are actively seeking compassionate Support Workers for our home in Bath. Join us and be a part of a team that empowers young adults to navigate the path towards independence and success.
Our Post-16 supported living provision consists of a collection of small family homes and can accommodate a number of residents at a time. Each young person has their own private room and shared access to communal areas. Our aim is to provide stability, consistency and acceptance, with the emphasis on young adults being responsible for themselves.
As a support worker for Fair Ways Supported Living, you will be involved exciting and rewarding things like:
Collaborate closely with our team to address significant issues and provide the support they need to thrive.
Use a variety of approaches, including social life skills, therapeutic activities, and effective role modelling, to guide and mentor young adults.
Being part of a supportive Team: Join our amazing team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal of caring for and supporting each resident. Together, we create a nurturing environment where young people can flourish.
Providing Individualised Care: Be at the heart of their care plans, focusing on their personal development and well-being. Offer guidance and support in areas such as nutrition, medical needs, hygiene, and help them explore work placements, education, and personal interests.
Fostering Independence: Empower our residents to become more self-reliant by supporting them in daily tasks within a home setting. Be a catalyst for their growth, helping them transition into independent living.
Building respectful impactful relationships : Act as a key worker, liaising with professionals and external agencies to ensure comprehensive support. Using our industry recognised RiiSE training to deliver trauma informed responses through the individualised use of therapeutic and, where appropriate, physical intervention to ensure our children are supported appropriately during times of crisis.
This role is offered on a weekly rota pattern of 37.5 hours, working a shift pattern of 2 on 4 off, with an average of 2 sleep-ins per week.
*There is an additional payment of £50 per sleep-in.
This flexible schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance.
All candidates must have a full driving license and have access to the use of a car although each home will have unit vehicles as a 1st option. Successful candidates will be required to provide an enhanced Disclosure (DBS). These people already held our core values at heart, and with the dedication of our amazing in-house training and development team, we have supported the rest!
If you don't hold it already, you will be supported to undertake your Level 3 qualification to ensure that the quality of support remains high across the service.
If you have a passion for supporting young people, we encourage you to apply.
At Fair Ways, we care about your well-being too. Exciting Opportunities: Participate in free staff lotteries with amazing prizes, such as £1000 holiday vouchers, weekends away, luxury hampers, and vouchers. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Holiday Accrual Scheme and the option to purchase additional holidays (up to 5 days). Health and Support: Benefit from Health Shield, our health cash plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Scheme, providing emergency financial assistance and 24/7 counselling services. Unlock your potential with our Education Grant, offering funding for accreditation up to master's level. Wellbeing Matters: Experience team-building days, summer festivals, and well-being initiatives, promoting a positive work environment. Take advantage of discounted gym memberships and a cycle-to-work scheme to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Be appreciated for your dedication through annual Staff Awards and Long Service Awards. Build a secure future with our pension scheme and gain eligibility for a Blue Light Card.
Supportive Community: Be part of our diverse workforce that embraces all communities. Become part of our community - We can't wait to meet you!
Join our team and help shape brighter futures!