Support Worker

Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Colchester, Essex

Hours: 36-hour contract

Salary: £12.00 per hour, Sleep-ins (£60 per night)*

Shifts:

Must be flexible to cover days, nights and weekends.

Days - 8am to 11pm

Nights - 11pm to 8am

Alternative Weekends.

We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated support workers to join our dynamic team to work with our clients from the ages of 13 .

Hayley Care are proud to provide supported accommodation to Vulnerable young people & adults from age of 13 and onwards in the Colchester area.

We aim to provide the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to become more independent for their future.
The Clients who will be situating in our accommodations may be from a range of different backgrounds.
We have a close team that values a supportive and welcoming work environment.

Position summary:

As a support worker, you will play a crucial role in assisting individuals with diverse needs to live independently and with dignity.
Your primary responsibility will be to prove person centred care and support, tailored to the unique requirement of each individual.
The role requires compassion, patient, and proactive individuals who are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our client

Equal opportunity Employer:

Hayley Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in making a meaningful different in the lives of those who we support! Apply today!

What will you receive in return for being a support worker?

• Free initial enhanced DBS check*
• Funded accredited qualifications earn whilst you learn and upskill your career!
• Extensive paid attendance to our Induction Training.
• 24-hour on call support
• 28 Days Paid Holiday!
• Contributions to your pension
• Blue Light Discount
• Sick Pay – Once Passed Probation

What will be expected from you as a Support Worker?

• An excellent understanding of safeguarding
• An ability to articulate and ensure comprehensive record keeping
• Previous experience working with young people and adults
• Preferred – mental health experience
• Preferred - Previous experience within an OFSTED regulated residential setting
• Preferred - NVQ/Diploma Level 3, or equivalent, in Children & Young people
• Preferred - Driver with full UK driving licence

If you are passionate about providing quality care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply. Join our team of dedicated Support Workers today!

*You will be required to complete sleep-ins within your rotated shift pattern, if you require more information on this it will be discussed at interview.

** We will pay for your initial DBS check, where it is then your responsibility to either join the update service or pay for a new certificate upon renewal date (every 2 years).

We're sorry, but we do not currently offer sponsorship to applicants.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 12 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Physical setting:

• Residential home

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Application question(s):

• Do you have any other qualifications related to this role?

Experience:

• Support: 1 year (preferred)
• caring for children: 1 year (preferred)
• caring for adults/elderly: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
• NVQ level 3 in health and social care (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HC/SW/GB