Support Worker

Location: Meldreth

Job Title:

Support Worker

Location:

Meldreth, , Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border

Salary: £12.37 - £13.49 per hour (linked to competency and qualifications) PLUS £1500 Welcome bonus
* Annual Salary: £25,729.60 - £28,059.20 per year for a 40 hour week

Hours:

40 hours per week (part-time hours available, minimum 24hrs per week)

Training:
Full training provided and once passed probation we will support and fund studying the Level 3 diploma in Health and Social Care

Have you got a passion for helping and empowering others? Are you wanting a career with progression and great benefits whilst making a difference?

Rated CQC Outstanding this school is seeking compassionate and dedicated people to become Support Workers for our young people on a full or part time basis.

Set within 14 acres, this school offers a supportive living and learning environment for young adults with severe and profound learning difficulties and complex health needs. With specialist facilities and a focus on promoting independence, we support each of our young people through the transition from education into adulthood.

The Role:

As a support worker you will be highly involved in personal care, this is supporting our young people with all aspects of personal hygiene including toileting, dressing and maintain their personal appearance.

As well as supporting with their medical needs you will also get involved in helping with the young adults therapies such as rebound therapy or hydrotherapy in our newly renovated pool. We also have sensory gardens, a skills centre, forestry school and rooms dedicated to art, music and much more.

Independence is prompted wherever is possible, the adults will often run their own days with what they like to do, so you could be helping make things in the sites enterprise scheme, going on shopping trips, taking part in forestry lessons or even going to the pub!!

Duties will vary, you must expect to diversify and lend a hand wherever is required.

We are looking for candidates to demonstrate:

* Willingness to learn and to go the extra mile

* Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence when possible

* Exceptional communication skills and patience

* Resilient with a robust and positive nature

* Ability to be creative in meeting the needs of the young adults.

* Ability to work on a rota pattern which will include working every other weekend

It is a tough yet totally rewarding role. Ultimately, we are looking for people with a passion to build relationships and positively change the lives of the young adults that we work with.

What’s on Offer at this trust?

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:

📚 Grow with Us – Training & Development

Learning never stops here! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.

💸 Save Money on Everyday Essentials

With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:

* Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more

* Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

📱 Access to Wagestream – a financial wellbeing app that helps you track earnings, save, get expert money advice, and even access part of your pay early when needed

💰 Competitive Pay & Reward

We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy:

* Enhanced Annual Leave

* Company Sick Pay

* Enhanced Pension

* Life Assurance

🩺 24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household

Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.

🦷 UK Health Cash Plan

Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!

🧠 Employee Assistance Programme

Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:

* Freephone counselling (available 24/7)

* Online tools and resources

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