*** Female Support Worker ***
Rate: £12.00 per hour / £72.00 sleep in rate
Location: Stratford-upon Avon and surrounding areas
Please note – you must be a car driver for this role !
Our supported living services are 8am to 8 pm (some include sleep shifts).
At Avon support Ltd we are recruiting support workers to join our friendly team for our supported living service and enable individuals to access our day centre.
We support individuals in our day centre, the community, and their own home.
You will be supporting people to develop their life skills and independence, encourage learning and developing skills that are fun and engaging too!
Have fun and adventures helping people engage with their community, spend quality time at their home, accompany them on days out and do recreational activities such as bowling, going to local clubs, the cinema, football, local cafes and shopping!
Make a real difference to many people supporting and making their day!
In our day centre you will be supporting in daily fun activities such as quizzes, games, flower arranging, baking, cooking and much more!
Qualifications and Skills:
* Previous experience in a support worker role is desirable, preferably in a similar setting.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Valid driver's license and ability to drive a minibus.
* Experience in organizing and facilitating group activities.
* Knowledge of inclusive and accessible community resources.
* Flexibility for sleeps/weekends/evening shifts
Benefits;
* Employee wellbeing scheme (including free face to face counselling, helplines and online support)
* Employee Discount Scheme – Discounts on everyday items including shopping and fuel
* L.O.V.E (Living our Values Everyday) – rewards and recognition scheme
* Random Surprise Gifts of Kindness throughout the year!
* In The Loop – Our Company Community App linking our teams and sharing experience
* Company training programme and further career development opportunities
* Fully paid DBS
* Refer a Friend Scheme
Our Refer a Friend scheme is worth £500 in total.
This is split £250 after the person has worked 100 hours and then another £250 when they have passed probation (6 months usually).
Please contact our friendly recruitment team on 01484 629935 if you would like to know more about this position.
Avon Support – Support Enable Empowered