Join Our Team as a Support Worker
Location:
Hedge End, Southampton
Salary:
£12.30 per hour (£23,985 pro-rata) plus benefits. Additional £50 per sleep-in shift.
Hours:
37.5 hours per week, shifts vary between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm, Monday to Sunday (on a shift rota basis)
Contract:
Fixed Term, 9 months maternity cover.
Driving Requirement:
A valid full UK manual driving license is essential.
Right to Work:
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.
Essential Criteria
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:
* Autism and learning disabilities
* Mental health
* Visual impairment
* Epilepsy
* British Sign Language
About You
Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others' lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!
We're looking for individuals to join our team who can stay calm under pressure, are enthusiastic, proactive, and can handle challenging behaviors. If you have a manual UK driving license and are comfortable driving various vehicles, you're exactly who we're looking for.
What will you be doing?
As a Support Worker, you'll be more than just a support person – you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Your responsibilities include:
* Daily Care & Support: Assisting with personal care, meal prep, medication, and daily tasks.
* Building Relationships: Getting to know the individuals you support, understanding their needs, and helping them live independently.
* Empowering Independence: Supporting personal goals and encouraging exploration.
* Social Engagement: Facilitating activities like outings, hobbies, and community involvement.
* Respect & Dignity: Treating individuals and their families with respect, dignity, and equality.
Who you will be Supporting
We support 12 adults with disabilities including learning disabilities, epilepsy, mental health issues, physical disabilities, autism, visual impairment, and British Sign Language users.
Our active group enjoys outdoor activities, community visits, and social outings like bowling, cinema, and theatre.
Your contribution as a support worker is invaluable. Join us to ensure outstanding support aligned with our vision and commitment to person-centered care. If you want to make a real difference, Hampshire Support Living Service is the place for you!
Why work for us? At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being. We offer:
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities
* Career progression and professional qualification support
* Recognition and rewards for your efforts
* Work-life balance with generous holiday allowances and flexible options
* Financial benefits including discounts and pension schemes
* Wellbeing support including an employee assistance program
* Referral bonuses
SeeAbility, founded in 1799, is one of the UK's oldest disability charities, supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and sight loss. We also provide specialist eye care and employment support, empowering individuals to live ambitious lives.
We are committed to safe recruitment and safeguarding, requiring background checks, identity verification, health declarations, and references. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, to foster an inclusive workforce.
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