Support Worker - Extra Care

Overview

We have an opportunity available for a Support Worker to join the team at Bevan Court based in Coventry, CV3 5JB
. Salary £12.60 per hour. Hours 28 hours weekly. Contract 6 months fixed term, with the option to remain on Bank. At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.

Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do. We are committed to making a difference and looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to support those in our community who need us most.

As a Support Worker in Extra Care you’ll be supporting adults on a person-centred basis to live independently in their own apartments. From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. You’ll need to think on your feet and truly understand our clients’ needs with a positive, friendly approach that helps illuminate our service users’ days.

We are not overly focused on formal qualifications for this role; we value your values and how you build relationships with our service users and fellow colleagues. If you’re the type of person who finds joy in the little moments of life and can help ensure our tenants are living a full and happy life, we want to hear from you.

Patience and a good sense of humour are key qualities. You will be supported with on‑the‑job training and opportunities for professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks, and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer. We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.

• Stream - Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
• Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday - statutory limits apply
• Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
• Opportunity to upskill with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and other development programs
• Career progression opportunities; many senior posts are filled internally
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses
• Colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
• Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution
• Paid Sick leave