You’ll be supporting two adopted siblings—a brother and sister in their 50s who live together in a warm, welcoming home. They each have their own unique personalities and support needs:
Support Scope
* The lady is vibrant, outgoing, and loves holidays—especially trips to Butlins!
* Her brother prefers calm, quiet environments and has a passion for trains and public transport. He recently enjoyed a holiday focused on steam trains.
* Both individuals have learning disabilities, and one has Down syndrome. They require support with daily routines, diet management, and occasional behaviours of distress (full training provided).
Responsibilities
* Daily Living Support: Assisting with personal care, medication, and meal preparation (including portion control support).
* Engaging in Activities: Supporting with holidays, hobbies, and community outings.
* Building Trust: Providing consistent, person-centred support with patience and empathy.
Application Process
* Immediate Reviews: Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will continue until positions are filled.
Equal Opportunity
* Equality Commitment: Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
Disclosures
* DBS Disclosure: An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.
Inclusive Workforce
* Inclusive Workforce: We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
* Disability Confident: We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
* BSL Support: British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications.
Personal Traits
* Calm & Adaptable: Able to tailor support to individual personalities and preferences.
* Patient & Supportive: Brings a homely, nurturing approach to care.
* Firm but Fair: Able to set gentle boundaries while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
* Team-Oriented: Works well with others and values collaboration.
* Driver: Not essential, but preferred for ease of commuting.
Training and Support
* Whether you're new to support work or have experience, we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
Working Hours
* Day Shifts: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM / 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
* Long Day with Sleep-In: 9:00 AM - 9:00 AM (next day)
* Evening Sleep-In: 5:00 PM - 9:00 AM (next day)
* Sleep-In: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (paid to sleep)
Driver Requirement
* Driver Requirement: UK Driving Licence (Auto Friendly) Are you calm, patient, and looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? If you enjoy creating a homely, supportive environment and can adapt your approach to meet individual needs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Awards and Benefits
* Award-Winning Workplace: Recognised as one of the UK's best workplaces in the 'super large' category by the Great Place to Work Institute seven years in a row.
* Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.
* Career Development: Paid training and opportunities to further develop your career through funded accredited courses.
* Well-Being Focus: Comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.
* Values-Driven: We put people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do.
* Referral Bonus: Receive a £200 bonus if you refer a friend and they're successfully employed.
* Additional Perks: Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.
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