Tired of Retail or Hospitality? Your Skills are Perfect for Social Care!
Support Worker - Full-time
Day Shifts - 39 Hours
Drivers Essential with full UK Manual License due to the nature of the role
£24,829 per year (pro rata)
People-person? Love making someone's day? You already have what it takes to start a rewarding career in care - where your natural skills really make a difference.
At Avenues, we believe supported people support others well. We create communities where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve amazing things - and you could be part of that!
We are looking for Support Workers, working in a team of 9 in Bury St Edmunds. You will be supporting 4 male adults with disabilities from acquired brain injuries in a supported living environment. All of the individuals are also wheelchair users.
Why Social Care? Why now?
If you're looking for:
* More meaningful work
* Job security and flexibility
* Real career progression
* A supportive, people-first team
We've got you covered - and we'll provide all the training you need, completely free.
Your day might include:
* Helping adults with learning disabilities, autism, or physical disabilities live independently
* Supporting with everyday tasks like shopping, cooking, or household jobs
* Encouraging social activities, community involvement, and family connections
* Providing respectful personal care where needed
* Making every day enjoyable - for the people we support, and for you!
No care experience? That's OK. If you've worked in retail, hospitality, customer service, or childcare, you already have great transferable skills - we'll teach you the rest.
Perks:
* Early Pay - access wages before payday
* Paid enhanced DBS (so no upfront costs)
* Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
* Paid annual leave (pro rata)
* Fully funded, award-winning training and qualifications
* Pension scheme and life assurance
* Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and Bene£its website
* Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £500
* Free 24/7 wellbeing support, counselling, and advice
We're an inclusive employer. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, if you have a disability and meet the basic role criteria, we'll guarantee you an interview.
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