Support Worker Warwick, West Midlands, England
Job description
Here at Heart of England Mencap we enable people with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives allowing them to thrive and do, be and feel their best! We know that we can only achieve this by hiring the best staff who share our values.
We have new opportunities based in the hamlet of Hampton Magna (near Warwick) to work on a 1-2-1 basis with an incredible person. Our young adult is an energetic individual who requires round the clock support. We are building a new staff team to support this customer, we can offer part time or full-time hours and shift patterns range from 8am – 3pm, 3pm-10pm, 10pm – 8am with flexibility to work some weekends on a rota basis. Sleep in and waking night shifts are also available.
Our customer has some health conditions, and requires assistance with feeding, washing/bathing and intimate personal care. Our customer has a great sense of humour, and loves to have a laugh. They enjoy a range of hobbies and activities, including sensory activities, cooking and baking, arts and crafts, music, getting out and about in community, and going out for meals.
For this role, you will need to have previous care experience, with stoma/catheter care being advantageous. Due to the rural location of the service, a full driving license would be advantageous.
This is a great opportunity to really build a bond with a fantastic customer who has a real zest for life - this role would include supporting our customer to go out in the community alongside daily living skills.
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Alongside being part of something amazing, our employee benefits include:*
- Extensive training and development – we will support with health and social care diplomas together with the care certificate
- 28 days’ annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) rising to 33 days after 5 years
- Access to 24 hour Employee Assistance Scheme and trained mental health first aiders
- Discount card for high street and online retailers
- Employee ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
- Long service awards
- Sick pay
- Life assurance scheme
- Staff recognition awards
If you want to really make a difference every day and share our values:* Honest Effective Aspirational Respectful Trustworthy* why not apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.50-£13.50 per hour
