Thera East Midlands has an exciting opportunity available for a Support Worker to join our team in Boston. This position is offered on a permanent basis, with full-time and part-time hours available. The role offers a competitive salary of £12.60 per hour.
Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security?
Perhaps you have previous experience in Social Care and are looking for a new challenge, or maybe you've always wanted to make a positive difference in people's lives? We are proud of our work, our team, and the training we provide.
Who are we?
* Thera East Midlands is unique — led by people with a learning disability
* Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society
* Using a person-centred approach, you will empower individuals with a learning disability to live the lives they choose
About the role:
As a valued Support Worker at Thera East Midlands, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their personal goals, aims, and ambitions. The support you provide will be tailored to each person, as everyone is different.
Your support may include helping develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, assisting with planning and managing their own home, and supporting leisure, employment, interests, and travel. This role can be both fun and rewarding, but also challenging and demanding at times.
You may support people in their own homes or out in the community.
Benefits for our Support Workers include:
* Annualised hours with guaranteed monthly salary for both full and part-time roles, plus overtime opportunities
* Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance
* Immediate interviews and quick start dates (subject to checks)
* 28 days of annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
* Support line for you and your family
* Free nationally accredited training with opportunities for career progression
* Contributory pension scheme
* Free Enhanced DBS check
* Refer a friend bonus of up to £300
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Well-being initiatives
* Access to retail discounts and health cash plans
* Employee Council representing staff views
* Access to Early Pay (terms and conditions apply, excludes relief workers)
Requirements to become our Support Worker:
* A full UK driving license is preferred but not essential
* No previous experience or qualifications are required; free, Skills for Care-endorsed training will be provided
* Compassionate, caring, confident, and resilient
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Self-motivated with a high level of enthusiasm
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; confident, articulate, and professional
* Keen to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
* Willing to embrace our values and have fun!
If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, consider a career as a Support Worker with Thera Group. Please click "apply" now — we look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare any convictions or cautions, including those that are spent. The role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check if offered the position.
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