FitzRoy Residential Care in Rayleigh provides care and support for nine adults aged learning disabilities and autism, some with physical impairments. We are seeking exceptional new support worker to join our friendly, established team. The people we support enjoy going swimming, trampolining, listening to music, and watching movies, so no two days are the same A support workers day is varied, and flexibility is required. You will be providing care and support individually tailored to the needs and wishes of people with learning disabilities. You will work together to identify and achieve their goals, enabling them to have choice and control over their lives. You will also be expected to carry out everyday tasks including personal care, taking part in a range of interests and activities that make up a healthy, well balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. For this role it is essential that you have a full UK manual driving licence and are willing to drive FitzRoy vehicles. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this vacancy. Vacancy available: Weekday rates from £12.00ph rising to £14.50ph with overtime, weekend rates from £13.20ph rising to £15.70ph with overtime Full Time and Part Time available. Would also consider weekends only at an enhanced rate (see above) Shift pattern will fall between 07.00 and 22.00 You will be required 2 out of 3 weekends Sleep -ins may be required in emergencies paid at £50 per night. Were hiring Support Workers As a support worker, youll wake up every day feeling good about your work. Even without previous care experience, as long as you have the right values well train and support you to be confident in delivering care and support to transform lives for people with disabilities. What does a Support Worker do? A support workers day is varied and rewarding. You will: Support everyone differently to their individual needs. Be actively involved in a range of peoples interests and activities from shopping, to crafts to bowling or swimming. Support and encourage with personal care, such as showers and baths. Support Worker Hours Hours between 7am and 10pm, 7.5 hour shifts. Weekend working is essential, which will be on a rotating basis and when you work a weekend you will have the time off in the week. About Us FitzRoy is a national charity, set up 60 years ago by brave parents as a pioneering alternative to institutional care. Their values remain the values of FitzRoy today we see the person, we are brave and we are creative and they thread through everything we do. We support hundreds of people with a range of needs. You could be supporting someone with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries or mental health support needs. Many of the people we support also have physical impairments or other health issues. Working for us will give you an opportunity to learn, to grow and to transform lives. Join us today. Benefits 30 days holiday rising with service Staff recognition scheme Investment in training and development Enhanced pay for weekends and overtime Team bonus Healthcare cash back plan Pension and life assurance Employee assistance programme Paid DBS ADZN1_UKTJ