Support Worker Location: Pelton, County Durham Salary: £22,932 per annum (based on 35 hours per week) Contract: Full time and part time positions available Working hours: Will include days, nights and weekends Advertising End Date: We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when we feel we have enough suitable candidates Benefits - We Are Offering: As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people's lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees. £500 Onboarding Payment 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing with long service Pro rata for part time roles. DBS funded by Oaklea Private Health Care scheme funded by Oaklea. Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support Awards with length of service Discounts for leisure and lifestyle Opportunities to undertake qualifications and bespoke training and development Oaklea's Adult Care Home in Pelton, provides care and support to people with learning disabilities. In your role, you will support customers with a wide variety of needs and aspirations and work with our organisational values as we strive to encourage independence. We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and compassionate members of the team, you'll be more than a helping hand you'll be a source of encouragement, positivity, and drive. Support Worker - About the role: Your warmth and enthusiasm will help support the people we care for to feel valued, supported, and empowered to live life to the fullest. That may be supporting with daily routines, sharing a coffee, or organising a fun activity, you'll be part of the reason someone smiles today. We are a supportive, friendly team who value new ideas and contributions. We can offer flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle. You will be required to work closely with a small team. You must be confident in communicating with people who may who may have challenges communicating with you. Working hours will include days, nights and weekends - examples of support sessions are: (8am - 10.00pm/ 8.00am-3.00pm/ 3.00pm - 10.00pm/ 9.30pm - 8.00am) Support Worker - What we need from you: You do not need to be experienced, but it is essential that you share our values. You must have a positive attitude and want to improve the lives of people with whom the Charity works. We will support you with progression opportunities throughout your career with us. No agencies please