Permanent support worker for a a Herne Bay supported living home for adults with learning disabilities

Support Worker - Supported Living
Herne Bay
Permanent - 37 hours per week - varied shifts
£17,146+ per annum depending on experience/ qualifications


Company/Organisation:
A large collaborative support organisation who offer multiple support functions including: therapeutic services, community support, day services, supported living, family assessment, speech and language therapy and short break provision for both adults and children. This organisation have a fantastic reputation that has been built over the last 20 years.
They are currently looking to recruit a Support Worker to work in one of their supported living facilities in Herne Bay. The setting is currently home to young adults aged 18-30 presenting various learning disabilities.

Role:
You will work within a supported living setting giving 1:1 support to a young adult with one or a number of learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and autism. You will typically support a young adult in their day to day routine offering positive emotional support.
Although hours may vary depending on the specific needs of the client typically shifts are:
AM short 7am-10am , AM long 7am-3pm , PM 3pm-10pm , Waking night/ Sleep in 10pm-7am.

Skills/Experienced required:

* Experience with providing support and care to adults with learning disabilities
* Previous experience in working within a supported living setting
* Availability to be flexible for shifts across the week
* Experience in dealing with individuals with challenging behaviour.
* NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential
* The sensitivity required to provide a trusting and stimulating environment along with being passionate about supporting people.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to be a good team player
* A genuine desire to make a real difference in people's lives
* You will be positive and willing to create and follow a personalised service to the individual that you support.
* Be available to support in whatever capacity is required by an individual to nurture their path to independence.
* All staff are employed in line with equal opportunities guidelines and are subject to rigorous recruitment checks.


Benefits:

* Annual leave entitlement 23 days plus 8 bank holidays
* Annual leave entitlement increases with long service
* Pension
* 37 hour working week guaranteed
* Varied shifts
* Fantastic training, learning and development programs to support for personal/professional development
* Supportive higher management and experienced team leaders
* Stable employment with a reputable care organisation

What you need to do now
If you are an experienced Supported Living Support Worker and are interested in this role click 'apply now' or forward an up to date copy of your CV to Maria or call 01622 235689 .
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