Are you an energetic, compassionate individual with a passion for supporting people with learning disabilities and autism? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for someone motivated to help make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we support. Who Will You Be Supporting? You'll be working with four incredible adults-two males and two females in their 40s to 70s-each living with autism, learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, and well-managed epilepsy. These individuals are social, active, and full of life, with diverse interests, and they enjoy exploring new experiences. Here's a bit about them:
* Activity Enthusiasts: They love building with Lego, watching football, sightseeing, and anything related to boats and trains. They're also big fans of country and western music.
* Hydropool Sessions: They love their hydropool sessions and need someone who's willing to jump into the water with them.
* Travel Lovers: Going away on holidays is a must-whether it's across the UK, to Paris, or Dublin, they're always ready for a new adventure!
* Wheelchair Users: Two of the gents are full-time wheelchair users, while one lady uses a wheelchair when out and about.
What Will You Be Doing? As a Support Worker, your role will be dynamic and rewarding. You'll be helping the individuals lead active and fulfilling lives. Here's how you'll make an impact:
* Empowering Independence: Provide support with personal care and daily living, ensuring they maintain as much independence as possible.
* Encouraging Engagement: Participate in activities like Lego building, football watching, sightseeing, and music sessions. You'll also have the opportunity of accompanying them on holidays and day trips.
* Daily Living Support: Assist with meal preparation, adhering to eating and drinking guidelines, and ensuring the individuals are supported with their nutrition and hydration needs.
* Medication Assistance: Administer medication for those who require support.
* Teamwork: Work closely with a supportive and collaborative team to ensure the individuals have the best care and opportunities to enjoy life.
* Get Active: Be ready to dive into hydropool sessions, take part in fun social activities, and bring fresh ideas to their daily routines.
Day Shifts: 8am - 4pm, 9am - 5pm, 1pm - 8:30pm
* Long Day Sleeps: 2pm - 1pm the following day (Includes Sleep-In Shift)
* Sleep-In Shift: 10:30pm - 7:30am (Paid to Sleep)
Rotas are provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance. Why Choose Dimensions?
* Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized as one of the UK's best workplaces in the 'super large' category by the Great Place to Work Institute six years in a row.
* Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.
* Career Development: Access paid training and opportunities to further your career through funded accredited courses.
* Well-Being Focus: Benefit from our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.
* Values-Driven: Be part of a team that puts 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: Enjoy the Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.
Other Important Information
* Immediate Reviews: Applications are reviewed upon receipt, and interviews will continue until positions are filled.
* Equality Commitment: Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned.
* DBS Disclosure: An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.
* 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.