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Join us as a Support Worker at Robins Way, Lymington, which is an enhanced supported living service for people aged 18+ with learning disabilities, who are deaf and communicate using BSL. They support a range of additional complex needs including autism spectrum conditions and mental health needs.
Offering individualised support packages within a 24-hour staffed environment, the staff are all BSL trained with a large proportion of them are deaf or hard of hearing themselves. Some staff are Profoundly Deaf, whilst others have Cochlear implants.
Located in the town of Hordle, in the New Forest,It is near to the centre of the Forest, very close to the local beach, Bournemouth and Southampton Deaf Clubs as well as the local college who supply BSL communication support for a number of government run and leisure courses.
Location: Lymington, Hampshire, SO41
Permanent full time
£17,374 per annum based on 37.5 hours per week.
Additional Information: Must be a fluent BSL user or have level 2 or higher.

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Achieve together is one of the UK’s leading providers of support for people with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs.
You will be working as part of a friendly team, supporting vulnerableadults with a range of physical, mental and learning disabilities.As a Support Worker you will play a vital part in providing the people we support with care and be able toprofoundly improve their quality of life. You willassist people who are unable to live independently by offering them the practical help they need, as well as emotional support.

This May Include

Completing and maintaining detailed records,reports and notes
Cleaning, cooking and shopping
Planning and engaging in activities
Administering and recording medication
Complying with health and safety requirements

Why not head over to our website and read some of the fantastic success stories shared by people we support https://www.achievetogether.co.uk/category/success-stories/
You!
You do not need to have experience to be a Support Worker, although a basic level of English and Maths is required.We employ our Support Workers based on their values.

You Will Be

Patient
Understanding
Respectful
Caring & compassionate
Considerate
Reliableand responsible

Our team members come from all walks of life, including: Retail, Hospitality, Warehouse, Security, Ex Forces, Sales, Administration, NHS, Social Care, Mental Health, Care Assistant, Outreach, Domiciliary Care, Health Carer and Residential Care.

Your Rewards Include

Free enhanced DBS checks and clearances*
Ongoing career development to support you in achieving your ambitions
Refer a Friend incentive scheme of £250 per referral*
28 days holiday (Incl: Bank Holidays)
Free structured and supported 12-week induction to get you off to a flyingstart!
Personal online Learning and Development portal
Opportunity to gain sector specific qualifications and to join our Leadershipand Management Programme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for help with financial, physical and mental wellbeing
Discounts platform for permanent staff, including gift cards, discount codes and other benefits
Pension - we contribute to your retirement fund
Recognition and Reward Schemes including Long Service, Employee of the Month and Outstanding Achievement Awards

Or maybe it’s receiving the biggest smile from the person you support when they achieve a goal they never thought possible, and a heartfelt letter of thanks from their loved ones!

• Subject to current Terms & Conditions
  

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Achieve together – Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary People

We Offer The Support And Stability Of a Successful Organisation With The Homelyfamily Feel In Each Settingwhich Is Underpinned By Our Values

Our growing organisation has over 25 years of expertise, and our team of expert practitioners are proud to deliver high-quality support across England and Wales.

Being Brave...we are resourceful, open-minded & creative
Having Fun...we are present, engaged and communicate and connect
Making things happen...we are reliable, trustworthy and take ownership
Valuing everyone...we are good with people and emotionally intelligent

Protecting You

We are committed to supporting our team members and take every precaution to ensure robust infection control procedures are followed and that they decrease the risk of Covid-19 transmission. Once a Support Worker you will be provided with full PPE, inclusive of hand sanitiser, masks, gloves, apron and shoe covers (where appropriate) and all the appropriate training to keep you and those around you safe.
Please be advised that COVID-19 vaccinations are a mandatory requirement within our organisation, and you will need to provide evidence that you have been vaccinated prior to being offered a start date with us.
As a Support Worker, you will hold "Keyworker" status: and will be permitted to book your vaccination through the national booking service on presentation of an offer letter or contract of employment.
Does this sound like the career for you?If so, apply now and start your journey with us.
Want to know more?
Call Natasha on 07803406149 or email us at vacancysw@achievetogether.co.uk
We at Achieve Together treat everyone equally with dignity and respect. We believe in the strength and value of an inclusive and diverse workforce and recognise the positive contribution all employees bring regardless of age, race, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, gender or sexual orientation.
We value the unique talents of every individual and work together to help everyone achieve their full potential by providing equality of opportunity to our team members, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.
Achieve together vacancies are excluded from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 which means that for certain types of employment it is lawful to reject a person for employment on the grounds of a spent conviction. When making an application, job applicants are obliged to disclose all convictions, whether or not they are spent.