Support Worker
17 days ago
Warndon
Support Worker - Worcester (WR4)Part Time - 26 hours per week£12.85 per hourFull UK Driving Licence ManualAbout DimensionsAt Dimensions, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. Together, we make a real difference - for the people we support and for you.Dimensions is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work for 8 years in a row.About the roleWe're looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and keen-to-learn Support Worker to join our friendly day-shift team in WR4. You'll be supporting five adults aged 43-75 (one gentleman and four ladies) with learning disabilities, autism and some mental health needs.This is a busy, upbeat home where people enjoy community activities, music, social events, and getting out and about.Who you will be supportingThe individuals you'll support are sociable, active and full of personality. They enjoy:Music and discosButlins 80s weekendsDay trips and long countryside walksReading magazinesArts and craftsMeals out and long drivesFun, social activities in the communityThis is a lively environment where people love routine, fun and supportive, friendly staff.Support needs include:Personal care: Full support for all people we supportStoma care: One individual (full training provided)Hoist use: Not requiredWheelchair use: NoneSupport with eating: Not required - everyone is independentMeal preparation: YesMedication: Yes (including epilepsy medication - training provided)Experience: Not required we provide full trainingWhat you will be doingAs a Support Worker, you'll help each person live a full, meaningful and confident life. Your role includes:Providing personal care respectfully and safelySupporting meal preparation and household routinesAdministering medication (full training given)Encouraging independence and wellbeingGoing on walks, outings and community activitiesSupporting social events such as discosAssisting with arts, crafts and hobbiesSupporting holidays and day trips where neededBeing a positive, patient and reliable presenceThis is a warm, active home with a strong team culture.Shift patternsThis is a 26 -hour day-shift role .Shifts run with three staff on duty and include:7:00am - 3:00pm3:00pm - 10:00pmShifts may be long days or split shifts depending on rota needs.Rotas are issued in advance to support work-life balance.About youWe're looking for someone who is:Compassionate, caring and values-drivenEnthusiastic and eager to learnPatient and supportiveConfident working in an active, busy homeComfortable assisting with personal carePositive and able to build relationships quicklySomeone who enjoys music, crafts, walking and social activitiesA driver (preferred but not essential)Experience is helpful but not required full training will be provided.Rewards that make a differenceA competitive pay rate with uplift for overtime you choose to work30 days' paid annual leave (including public holidays - pro rata)Buy and sell holiday optionsCareer development through Aspire & Dimensions AcademySalary advance scheme - access up to 50% of earned pay before paydayHigh Street discounts (shopping, restaurants, entertainment, gyms etc.)Life Assurance and Company PensionComprehensive wellbeing strategy and staff listening networkEnhanced DBS paid for by usApply nowAn enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 0300 303 9150 .We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all our recruitment communications.TPBN1_UKTJ