About the Role
We currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Assistant Support Worker at our scheme Napier Close in Hitchin where we provide supported living for individuals with learning disabilities. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic individual who enjoys helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Napier Close is a purpose-built block of 15 supported living, self-contained 1-bedroom flats with a lounge, kitchen and wet room/walk-in shower. There is an office with a communal lounge and kitchen.
Working as part of a dedicated team, as an Assistant Support Worker you will be following agreed support plans to ensure we are providing a service that meets each individual’s needs and supports their aspirations.
About You
We provide a structured induction and comprehensive training to support you with your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.
We are looking for passionate people who have a 'can-do' attitude, are driven by the desire to make a difference, and have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to people’s needs.
You will need to be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working. You must be able to work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support and be flexible in your approach to work. You will have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.
Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:
1. Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (Pro rata for part time staff)
2. £12 per hour
3. Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
4. Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
5. Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
6. Annual salary and cost of living review
7. Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
8. Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
9. Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
10. Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
11. Friendly and supportive team environment
12. Employee assistance helpline
13. Fully paid DBS
If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.
Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.
Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
Job Info
Job Title:
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Watford, Hertfordshire
£12.00 Per hour Bonus, Training, Pension, Paid DBS
Posted:
Closes:
Dec 22nd 2024
Sector:
Social Care
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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