Support Worker

Job Description

Your potential plus our commitment changes lives

Support Workers provide a vital part in providing the people we support with the care and ability to improve their quality of life.

We are currently looking for a Support Workers to join our team in Broadstairs. 

At Endurance Care we provide person-centred care for adults with learning disabilities, down syndrome and those that display challenging behaviours in a Residential and Support Living setting. 

We have a range of services throughout Broadstairs, including a 6 bed Residential unit and six, two to four bed Supported living flats all of which support adults with mental health conditions, learning disabilities and complex needs. Days are spent supporting people to learn new skills, this will include shopping, cooking, budgeting and other daily living skills. Our staff also support to attend to community responsibilities, such as medical appointments, attending college or voluntary positions or maybe just popping to town for window shopping and a cuppa. When not out and about staff are on hand for chats and advice to help when times become challenging.

We currently have full time, part time, day and night positions available.

Shifts vary over a 7 day rota that will include earlies, lates, long days, sleeps and some weekends. 
Day support workers may be required to cover waking nights in times of staff sickness and absence.

 
We know the amazing and life changing work our Support Workers do every day for the people we support, which is why we offer:

• A Competitive hourly rate of £8.95
• Overtime enhanced hourly rate of £9.95 paid for hours in excess of 40.
• £300 joining bonus
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Scheme - £300 for each successful referral
• Career enhancing training opportunities include Care Certificate, NVQ/QCF qualifications
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• 24-hour health and well-being support
• Employee Discount scheme for shopping, theme parks, gym memberships, theme parks, travel and more
• Guaranteed hours
• Flexible working patterns available

Support Workers provide a vital part in providing the people we support with the care and ability to improve their quality of life.

Your role as a Support Worker will include:
- Providing 1-1 and group support sessions
- Creating engaging and creative ways to interact with the people you support
- Help with accessing the community and taking the people you support to their appointments.
- Set person-centred goals and agreeing on how to reach them
- Help with personal care when required
- Support the running of the home including the cooking and cleaning.

The most important qualities needed in a Support Worker are the ability to treat others with respect, listen to their needs and understand their emotions. Be Kind, friendly and honest

Do you have the necessary values and qualities?
If Yes, Come and join our amazing team