Are you experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities? Join our innovative team based in Melton Constable where you can lead by example, enjoying an excellent training programme, strong career progression - and deliver outstanding support through the unique ‘Activate’ model, proven to make a measurable difference to people’s lives and your professional satisfaction.
We are looking for an inspiring individual with outstanding communication skills, who can use initiative and think outside of the box. Ideally, you will have experience with behaviours of distress or complex services. A Lead Support Worker will be responsible for additional duties such as rota management, audits, shift cover and delegations. Working with integrity, and being able to show courage when facing challenging situations is key. You must be a team player and work well with others acting as a role model, leading by exceptional example following agreed ways of working and policies and procedures.
A Full Manual UK/EU driving licence and access to a car is essential for this role.
You will support 1 gentleman and share responsibilities and duties with another colleague; you will be working in pairs. Our gentleman requires support 24hrs a day. He suffers from epilepsy and may show behaviours of distress at times. We will offer full and thorough training on behavioural support and all other aspects of the role. He is looking for staff that will be understanding of his condition, patient, and resilient. The person we support likes to go out but trips are being planned in advance and depend on his behaviour. You will be supporting this gentleman with meal preparation, various appointments, personal care, and outings.
Please see the full job description attached for more information about the role.
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* An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
* We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.
* As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees.
* As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments, we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
* We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
* We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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