Our client is recruiting for motivated, enthusiastic and positive thinking Support Workers to join the team in a supported living service at Lyttleton Road in Northampton.

Location: Northampton

Salary: £16,543 - £18,806 pa (£8.60 - £9.77ph) + enhancements for Night Working

Hours: Full time & Part time hours available

Closing Date: 12th March 2019

As well as a great benefits package and flexible, family friendly working policies, our client fully supports the career progression of their staff and on-going training is provided, as well as opportunities to progress within the organisation. In short, it’s a great place to work!

About the role of Support Worker:

Our client is fully committed to working with people with learning disabilities to increase their independence and inclusion and to support people to maximise control over their lives. As a Support Worker you will provide physical and emotional support and health care of the highest standard, ensuring that respect, dignity and confidentiality is maintained at all times.

Please note that due to the needs of the customers, there may be an element of moving and handling involved in the role; as such, you will need to be willing and able to undertake these duties.

You will be required to work on a shift basis over a 24-hour period including weekends, bank holidays and sleep- ins. A 33% bonus is paid for waking nights and double time paid for Christmas and New Year shifts.

About you:

You need to be able to demonstrate an understanding towards individuals who are experiencing great changes in their lives that may have learning difficulties, autism and some behaviours of concern.

Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, although not essential as full training will be provided. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities whilst further developing your social work skills and career. If you want to be a part of a successful team and share these values, then apply today!

In Return:

Benefits included with the role of Support Worker include:

• 28.5 days leave (pro rata) + Bank Holidays
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and Salary Sacrifice Options for Pensions
• Family Friendly Working Policies e.g. Flexible Working, maternity/ paternity/ adoption leave policies
• Free Enhanced DBS and Training i.e. MAPPA and other qualifications
• Benefits scheme offering discounts and cashback at high street shops and major supermarkets, gyms etc. via Health shield Perks
• Free Health cashback plan and option to upgrade to include family members
• £250 for referring a friend/family member who is appointable and starts employment in a Care Assistant or Support Worker role
• Tax-free Child Care Vouchers through Salary Sacrifice
• Free access to 24hr assistance program for advice and support

As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, our client welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from black and minority ethnic (BME) groups and disabled candidates.

Whilst experience is not essential as full training will be provided we very much welcome previous experience working as: Support Worker, Home Carer, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Voluntary Worker.