Support Worker x2

Overview

Do you have experience working in care or providing informal care to a friend or family member? Are you passionate about helping and supporting people?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our team at the Supported Living service. We have a variation of contracted posts within Wakefield and the surrounding areas.

As a Support Worker in the Supported Living Service you will be caring, adaptable and committed to making a positive difference to people's lives. We are looking for an individual who is willing to learn and able to work as part of a team; you will be joining a supportive team and training will be provided. Due to the nature of the role, support workers are required to have a flexible approach to cover duty rota as necessary.

A typical rota includes early shifts / late shifts and you must be willing to work evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays. Sleep-in enhancements are paid on top of the basic salary, and additional hours/overtime may also be available on top of the contracted hours.

• Supporting people with a learning disability in their own homes and enabling them to live as independent a life as possible.
• To work as part of a team or independently in a range of community settings.
• Enabling and encouraging tenants to undertake daily living skills including cooking, and other household tasks.
• Providing practical, personal, and emotional support, including intimate personal care.
• Administering medications in line with the Directorate's policy and procedures.

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent is desirable (not essential).
• Willingness to achieve NVQ 3 in Care.
• Previous experience working in care, both work and personal experience is relevant.
• A can-do attitude with the ability to work as part of a team.

• Support and access to high-quality training programmes to progress your career to the next level.
• Commitment to wellbeing of staff with good work-life balance and supportive leadership.
• Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required, Support for Carers, a Sense of Belonging.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounted memberships to leisure facilities and discounts for retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers.

For further information please contact Tammy Snowden on or email t

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