About us:
Papworth Trust is a leading disability charity. Our vision is a world where disabled people are seen for who they are, and our mission is for disabled people to have equality, choice, and independence.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee an interview to those who meet the minimum job criteria.
We provide ongoing support and adjustments for those working with us who have a disability or long-term health condition and can help you obtain Access to Work funding to support you in doing your job.
You can ask us about reasonable adjustments you’ll need throughout the application and interview process. We’d love you to have a positive experience with us, so please call 01480 357200 or email hr.administration@papworthtrust.org.uk, and we’ll happily discuss your needs.
How will I be supporting the work of the Trust?
Day Opportunities services deliver a varied and exciting programme of outcome-focused learning, employment, and social opportunities for our disabled customers. We require experienced Support Workers to support the effective delivery of services in all aspects of customer experience for adults with profound and multiple disabilities.
What does this involve?
Key to your success in this role will be the ability to:
* Empower customers to have independence and choices, and to develop meaningful relationships with peers.
* Support customers with complex needs to engage in activities in a group or 1:1 session.
* Assist with personal care and mobility based on a Care and Support plan.
* Use communication skills to enhance communication, inclusion, and engagement. Embracing our values in all that you do is really important to succeeding in this role.
Who are we looking for?
A team member who is experienced and confident in supporting customers by:
* Adapting support to suit the needs of adults with profound learning disabilities and/or additional healthcare and support needs.
* Creating and adapting engaging activity sessions that enable individuals with complex sensory needs to participate.
* Communicating with customers using techniques such as picture exchange, objects of reference, social stories, schedules, and Makaton.
What you’ll get in return:
* 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-timers)
* Annual leave purchase scheme
* Occupational sick pay – 6 weeks full/6 weeks half pay after probation
* Health cashback plan, with reimbursements for dental, optical, etc.
* Choice of two pension schemes with an enhanced employer contribution
* Wellbeing support including employee assistance helpline, online apps, mental health first aid, and wellbeing discussions
* A ‘Values in Practice’ reward scheme with vouchers for achievements
* Tax-saving incentives such as cycle to work, car purchase, and pension via salary exchange
* Participation in our employee forum and colleague experience groups
* Ongoing training, learning, and development opportunities, including qualifications
This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.
We’d love to talk
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Zoe Laidler, Service Manager, at 07896670116. To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the job and person specification. The closing date is 18 May 2025.
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