Overview
As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to people7s lives by improving their daily living skills. You will gain experience and training to progress with us in one of our supported living services in Barnsley. We tailor our support to enable people to be as independent as possible. The role involves lone working and requires a full UK driving licence (automatic).
Responsibilities
* Promoting the independence of people we support
* Supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday
* Arranging activities in the home and in the local community
* Developing residents' life skills and personal interests
* Helping residents stay safe and healthy
* Assisting with personal care needs
* Manual handling
* Supporting people with medication
* Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements
What we are looking for
* Passionate, caring and enthusiastic
* Flexible, patient and non-judgemental
* A great team player with lots of energy
* Able to demonstrate good communication skills
* Able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed
Requirements
* Full, current UK driving license (automatic) and access to a vehicle or willingness to use company vehicles via our mobility insurance
* Ability to work a flexible range of shifts, including 7am–5pm with sleep-in shifts as required; hours may vary by service
* Experience with learning disabilities or complex needs is beneficial but not essential
Benefits
You will receive 29 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with service length up to 31 days, plus the option to buy additional holidays. We offer a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total reward program.
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