Support Worker

Service: Atlantic Way Care & Support – Tiverton

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a Bank Support Worker at Atlantic Way Care & Support. Atlantic Way Care is spread over seven individual sites providing 24-hour support for individuals with a vast range of complex needs. Atlantic Way is part of National Care Group, which provides supported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health, and challenging behaviours. Our dedicated team works closely with those we support to deliver person-centred care, empowering each individual to reach their goals and fulfil their aspirations.

As a National Care Group Support Worker, you will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes-challenging role but one with huge rewards. You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.

Responsibilities

• Help to plan daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning, and running errands.
• Assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• Help to plan and participate in exciting days out.
• Support individuals to become more independent wherever possible.

Requirements

• A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to see them achieve goals.
• A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues.
• Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within.
• Paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• An inclusive culture that celebrates age, gender, and diversity.
• Wellbeing support to help you stay healthy and happy.
• Rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to an app called Stream enabling greater control over your finances.

Pay

£12.86 per hour / £26,748.80 annually (based on 40 hours per week).

Schedule

Up to 40 hours per week.