Support Worker

Support Worker - Westbury, Wiltshire

We are seeking a motivated, reliable support worker to work with an active 29 year old man who is registered blind and has learning difficulties. Support will take place both in his own home in Westbury and out in the local community.

The client lives with a small dog and 2 budgies.

About the Role

The role is varied, active, and best suited to someone with plenty of energy who enjoys being out and about.

Support will include:

• Domestic tasks within the home
• Social and leisure activities
• Gym attendance
• Beach visits, walks, lunches out
• Enabling our client to develop independence and confidence

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a support or care role
• Full driving licence
• Excellent communication skills.
• A gentle, warm approach to engagement.
• Calm and confident

Hours

• Up to 12 hours per week -
• 6 hours per week of which are maternity cover.
• Availability for Thursdays, 12:00-18:00 - is essential.

Previous experience and full driving licence are essential.

An NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in care and

Competent IT skills are desirable.

£15.79 per hour day shifts

£12.71 sleep shifts

Availability for additional evening work desirable.

Benefits

• Free Training & CPD
• Regular Supervision
• Dedicated HR team for support and queries

This position requires a fully enhanced disclosure request from the DBS.

You will also be required to register with the DBS Update Service.

Please note we reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than the stated closing date, should there be a good response to the advert.

Westcountry Case Management Ltd

This post is compliant with Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 relating to Occupational Requirements.

As we do not hold a valid company sponsorship licence, we cannot consider applications from non-UK nationals.