1st Enable Ltd are currently recruiting a Support Worker to support the Senior Support Worker and Service Manager with cover of a service in Ellesmere Port. The Support Worker will assist the Service Manager in a service that supports adults in providing outstanding care and support, working with individuals to understand their needs and help them to achieve their goals and ambitions. At the end of your day, you will have made a positive difference to someone’s life.
As we provide 24/7 support to individuals, we are looking for flexible Support Workers, to cover a range of shifts, including days, nights, evenings and weekends along with sleep-ins, this is a fundamental requirement of the role as we have a statutory duty of care to the people we support and to those who require support overnight.
You will receive £12.00 per hour (£13.45 per hour bank/overtime), 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time), a range of fantastic employee benefits (listed below) and full training and support.
1st Enable, is a recognised care provider rated OUTSTANDING overall by CQC (Care Quality Commission). It is a talented and skilled workforce who provide outstanding support and care to people with additional needs. We make a positive difference to people lives every day, and their needs are at the forefront of our dedicated person-centred support plans to enable people with learning disabilities are equal participants in society and the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for:
Management of any incidents, with on-call advice and support.
To form, develop and maintain professional relationships with the people we support, families and professionals.
Deliver care as outlined in the care plan and person-centred plan.
Assisting and supporting individuals in day to day personal/practical care tasks according to individual needs, which may include cooking, shopping assistance, supporting people with daily living skills and confidence and where appropriate the provision of personal care.
A level 3 in health and social care is desirable, however, we can support towards achieving this.
This role may be suited to those with experience as a Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, HCA, Personal Assistant, or someone with a natural sense of empathy that is open to problem solving and thinking outside of the box. And most importantly someone who wants to make a difference, to see the best in people and has a strong commitment to always promoting the rights of each young person.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check paid for by 1st Enable (Ts&Cs Apply).
Additional Benefits
Up to £300 Joining Bonus (Paid in 2 parts, Ts&Cs Apply)
Enhanced overtime rate
Early pay scheme
Blue Light Card 1st year paid
Free external counselling support and advice service available 24/7
Paid training and induction
Employee recognition scheme
Medicash – access to counselling, GP’s, Dental, Opticians and many more benefits
Cycle to work scheme
£350 refer a friend bonus – refer a friend and receive an extra £350 when they join (T&Cs Apply)
If you are passionate about supporting others and have the skills to lead a team in a rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference every day!