It's our job to help people with disabilities live each day to the full. We're developing our community day services in Lincoln, and this is an exciting time to join our experienced and friendly team.
We are looking for support workers on a full-time, part-time, and relief basis. We are happy to have conversations around hours and availability, although some weekend work could be required.
We work flexibly each day to ensure we're offering a wide range of purposeful activities and opportunities that help the people we support have new and meaningful experiences and develop new skills.
With a focus on sharing your talents, interests, and skills, bring your energy and can-do approach, and help make a difference every day.
A wide range of people with disabilities access the various settings across Lincoln, which are well-established in the local community and well used by a range of community groups. Working with the skills, talents, likes, and needs of each person we support, you will provide a range of meaningful and purposeful opportunities that help everyone maintain and develop new skills, try new things, and make a positive contribution to their community.
You'll support people with a wide range of activities and opportunities, including:
1. Healthy eating & cookery.
2. Creative arts – woodwork, pottery, music making things to sell or exhibit.
3. Gardening & horticulture.
4. Personal development & wellbeing.
5. Fitness and health.
6. Intensive interaction & sensory support.
7. Work skills development – volunteering & supported volunteering.
And much, much more – bring your skills, interests, and talents and share your expertise with us.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with others and is keen to learn and develop with our support. If you have a hobby or special interest, you can share this with the people we support, share your passion and enthusiasm, and watch people grow from this.
Our ideal candidate would have the following qualities:
1. Enthusiasm and the ability to think ‘outside the box’.
2. Passion for making a difference in people's lives.
3. A flexible approach and a commitment to focusing on the person and their strengths.
4. Empathy and advocacy for the people we support.
A full Person Specification is available within the attached Job Description.
Applicants must be 18 years old or older.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role, then please contact Tracy Wilcox via email at tracy.wilcox@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
Applications close on 12th January 2025, with interviews taking place on 22nd and 24th January 2025.
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