Bank Support Worker - Supported Living

Overview

We have an opportunity available for a Bank Support Worker to join the team working across our Wigan Supported Housing services. You will work within the following services:
Brook Street WN2 2DD
, Douglas Court WN1 1XR
and Waterhouse Court WN7 4LE
. Salary £12.60 per hour. Hours on a bank basis.

At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community. Our values are Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready, and they are at the core of everything we do.

As a Support Worker in Supported Living you will support adults on a person-centered basis to live independently and help them move towards independent accommodation. From medication assistance to accessing the community and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. You should be able to think on your feet and truly understand our clients  needs with a positive, welcoming presence.

Looking for a job where you can make a real difference in people s lives? Look no further than working with us at Making Space.

We are not overly concerned about formal qualifications for this role; we are more interested in your values and how you build relationships with our service users and fellow colleagues. If you are someone who finds joy in the little moments of life and can ensure our tenants are living a full and happy life, we want to hear from you.

Patience and a sense of humour are also key qualities. If you represent these traits, apply online now; it takes just a minute.

A full job description can be found here. It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training and the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role. We are seeking individuals whose personal values align with ours here at Making Space.

We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees receive the best company perks and we are always seeking further additions. Current benefits include:

• 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 Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Ability to buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday (statutory limits apply)
• Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
• Upskilling support with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuing professional development
• Opportunity for career progression; at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion
• 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 with 3% employer contribution as a minimum
• Paid sick leave

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.