Support Worker

☞ Discovery

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Update day: 30-04-2024

Location: Taunton South West

Category: Other Part-time

Industry: Civic Social Organizations

Position: Entry level

Job type: Part-time

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Would you like a job where you make people smile every day?Discovery are looking for Support Workers to Support 1 female and 5 males to live their lives to the fullest by people who care and will promote their independence every day.Its important to the People we Support that they have Support Workers who are happy to get involved in daily activities with them, here are just a few things that you could be doing!
  • Music - anything from the 60s!
  • Going out to the pub,
  • Shopping,
  • Coffee & Cake at the local cafe,
  • Walking in the countryside,
  • Nights out at the disco!
  • Wrestling - we even went to a show recently!
Your role will also involve daily support which would include, personal care, food shopping, cleaning and financial support among other responsibilities.We are looking for people who care and are committed to improving the lives of others. Support Work can be the first step to a life-long career.You will receive on-shift training and support within the service to develop your skills and knowledge. Discovery will fund and support you to obtain your Care Certificate (a recognised qualification in Care); and can offer further career development opportunities including Apprenticeships and NVQ qualifications.After successful completion of your probationary period - Discovery will fund driving lessons for you to obtain your full driving licence.Why join us?Discovery is proud to be successfully accredited under the Great Places To Work Programme 2022.
  • 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
  • A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members.
  • Life Assurance and Pension scheme
  • Great Induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate, and Diploma in Health & Social Care.
  • We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you’ve earned before payday
Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled.Apply NowWe want the people we support to have fulfilling lives and we want our colleagues to have great careers with us. If you would like to be a part of our team and feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below.Before you know it you could be making a positive difference every day.This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application . Please contact the Sarah on 03003039150 or email applynow@discovery-uk.org
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Deadline: 14-06-2024

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