Support Worker
Part-Time (31 hours per week)
£11.50 per hour
Full UK/EU Driving License Essential
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference to people’s lives and no two days are the same?
Dimensions are seeking Support Workers to empower the independence of a gentleman we support at his home in Walkford.
The gentleman we support is in his 70’s and has learning disabilities. He is happy to meet full-time Support Workers. (Various shift patterns available with a pay rate of £11.50 per hour).
This gentleman enjoys an active lifestyle and would like to meet Support Workers who can help him with activities such as:
* Trips to museums (recently he’s been to the tank museum)
* Going to the New Forest for picnics
* Going for lunch at posh establishments such as The Pig at Brockenhurst
* Sharing his passion for music from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s
* Starting to go swimming again
This gentleman does not use words to communicate; he uses sounds and body language. If you have not communicated with someone in this way before, don’t worry as Dimensions will provide you with full training.
The gentleman will also need assistance with day-to-day tasks which may include (but are not limited to):
* Assistance with finances
* Helping with meals
* General household tasks
* Providing support with personal care
It is essential that all Support Workers hold a full UK/EU Driving License.
Benefits for Support Workers choosing to work with Dimensions include:
* 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave
* £500 bonus for referring a friend who is successfully employed
* Paid training and options to further develop your career through funded accredited courses
* Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, gym membership, and mobile phone tariffs
* A values-driven organisation that puts people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do
* A comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network
* Recognised by the Great Places to Work programme in 2019-2023
Other important information:
* Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled
* An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions
* We welcome applications from everyone with 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
* Support is available to complete your application; please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150 if you require adjustments
* British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications
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