Overview
We have an opportunity available for a Bank Support Worker to join the team at Millstone Court based in Lancashire, LA1 2DH.
Salary: £12.00 hourly
You will be based at our service Millstone Court; however, you will be working across Lancaster services providing different levels of support and guidance to individuals living in their own homes. Due to travel, access to own transport is essential. The aim of the service is to promote independence and empower service users to develop their daily living skills.
At Making Space, we are a team that is driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.
Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage, and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do.
At Making Space, we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care. We live and breathe our core values and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact on those in our community who need us most.
Responsibilities
As a Support Worker in Supported Living, you'll be supporting adults on a person-centered basis to live independently, helping them move towards independent accommodation.
From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. That's why we're looking for someone who can think on their feet and truly understand our clients' needs with a big smile that lights up our service users' faces.
We're not too concerned about qualifications for this role; we're more interested in your values and how you build relationships with our service users and fellow colleagues. If you're the type of person who finds joy in the little moments of life and can ensure our tenants are living a full and happy life, then we want to hear from you!
Patience and a sense of humour are also key qualities we're looking for, so if you're someone who represents these traits, we encourage you to apply online now; it takes just a minute!
Please note, for this bank position you must be flexible. Additionally, you should have experience of supporting vulnerable people in the community.
Qualifications
It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space, you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.
We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align with ours here at Making Space.
Benefits
We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees are receiving the very best company perks and we are always seeking out further additions.
Our current benefits include:
* Wagestream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn,
* Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
* Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
* We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
* Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
* Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
* Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
* We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
* Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 40p per mile travel expenses.
* We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
* Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
* Paid Sick leave
Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.
We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.
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