Support Worker - Day Opportunities Solihull, England
Job description
Day Opportunities South
We are looking for part-time Support Workers to provide care and support to those who access our day opportunities, promoting choice, inclusion and independence at all times.
This is a permanent role working 30 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday.
You will be required to have up to a QCF Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care. If you do not already have this qualification, we will fund this for you as well as your training as long as you are willing to work towards obtaining this on appointment.
Working across all day opportunities located at the Park View building, this includes Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities and Older People and Dementia services. You will organise activities and deliver day opportunities which enables service users to make full use of their local community. Developing independence and promoting individual choice and social inclusion.
You will be part of an enthusiastic and motivated staff team, providing emotional, social and personal support to individuals and groups.
This is a rewarding position for anyone who has a positive belief in their own ability to enrich the lives of others.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Experience of working with people with a learning disability, physical disability, dementia, or older people
- Demonstrable good practice which promotes choice, independence, and self-advocacy
- The ability to adapt and respond to the constantly changing needs of a group of diverse people whilst demonstrating patience and understanding
- The ability to demonstrate sensitivity whilst supporting individuals with their personal care needs
In return, you will work as part of a small and friendly team, whilst making a difference to the lives of people living in Solihull. You will be supported by a committed team of co-workers, Day Service Co-ordinators and Managers.
Applications are welcomed from people who are looking for a challenging and rewarding role where their contribution and effort can make a real difference.
We offer generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year, staff discounts, family and carer friendly policies and access to a career average pension scheme.
Closing date for completed applications is Sunday 3rd September.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 14th and Friday 15th September.
Please note we do not accept CVs.
The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required.
This post requires the following Disclosure and Barring check: DBS Enhanced Adults.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: £22,777.00-£25,409.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
Physical setting:
- Day centre
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SOL5578
