Are you a Support Worker with experience of working with adults living with autism and/or learning disabilities? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Discovery is currently recruiting for a full-time Lead Support Worker (37.5 hours) to join our team at Jasmine in Glastonbury.
About the role:
At Jasmine, the people we support enjoy a variety of activities in and out of their home, such as going to the zoo, music events, live shows, bowling, cinemas, dining out, and adventure days. The residents at Jasmine are always first in line to try new experiences.
As a Lead Support Worker, your role is all about ensuring that the people we support live happy and fulfilled lives while coaching and supporting your colleagues to deliver excellent care. The residents require support with every aspect of their daily lives, and we are looking for someone who will continue to develop their independence and provide them with choices through a proactive approach, inspiring others to follow.
Key Responsibilities:
* Be a role model to colleagues, displaying the organizational values and following support plans and procedures in your daily practice.
* Role model all processes in place both organizationally and within Jasmine.
* Induct new colleagues.
* Complete additional delegated tasks and manage your time effectively.
* Advocate for the people we support.
* Demonstrate and create new ways to promote the independence of the residents at Jasmine.
* Handle challenging conversations, whether internal or external to Jasmine.
* Assess the competencies of your colleagues and provide coaching where required.
* Effectively support each individual living within Jasmine.
Benefits:
* £14.30 per hour
* 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
* A salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of your earned wages before payday.
* A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members.
* Life Assurance and Pension scheme
* Great induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate and Diploma in Health & Social Care.
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