Female Support Worker

Dimensions (UK) Ltd., Whitley Wood, Reading

Female Support Worker

£24960

Dimensions (UK) Ltd., Whitley Wood, Reading

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 21 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b8a2971f1dde46b5b9ef26dc0c64a730

Full Job Description

Are you searching for a role that's both personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding? At Dimensions, we pride ourselves on being a values-based employer. Whether you're new to support work or have prior experience, we'd love to hear from you! Who Will I Be Supporting? You'll be joining a lively and welcoming home, supporting four active ladies who share a passion for:

  • Music & Socialising: From belting out their favourite tunes to enjoying trips to the pub, these ladies love to let their hair down and have fun.
  • Travel & Adventure: Whether it's short day trips or packing for a seaside holiday, they're always ready to explore.
  • Swimming: A much-loved activity at this house that's always on the schedule.
  • These individuals are full of life, and if you're someone who can "sing like no one is listening," you'll fit right in! What Will You Be Doing? As a Support Worker, you'll provide tailored care to ensure each lady lives life to the fullest. Your responsibilities include:
  • Empowering Independence: Support with daily tasks like shopping, meal preparation, and housework (cleaning and laundry).
  • Personal Care & Medication: Assist with personal care and medication administration (training provided).
  • Mobility Assistance: Help one of the ladies who uses a wheelchair when out and about.
  • Driving Duties: You'll be driving the ladies in their minibus, so confidence behind the wheel is essential.
  • Planning Activities: Create opportunities for social outings, trips, and memorable holidays.
  • Shift Patterns
  • Day Shifts: 7am - 2pm / 2pm - 9pm
  • Flexibility is key! Work on a rota basis, including weekdays and weekends.
  • Rotas are provided at least 4 weeks in advance to help you plan and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

    Pay Rate: £12 per hour Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Location: Whitley Wood, Reading (Just a 3min drive from Whitley Wood Fire Station) Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence Covering Manual Vehicles,
  • Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized as one of the UK's best workplaces in the 'super large' category by the Great Place to Work Institute six years in a row.
  • Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave pro rata with the option to buy and sell leave.
  • Career Development: Access paid training and opportunities to further develop your career through funded accredited courses.
  • Well-Being Focus: Benefit from our comprehensive well-being strategy and staff listening network.
  • Values-Driven: Join a team that puts people with learning disabilities and their families at the heart of everything we do.
  • Referral Bonus: Receive a £200 bonus if you refer a friend and they're successfully employed.
  • Additional Perks: Enjoy the Bike to Work scheme and discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships.
  • Other Important Information
  • Immediate Reviews: Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will continue until positions are filled.
  • Equality Commitment: Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned.
  • DBS Disclosure: An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Dimensions.
  • Inclusive Workforce: We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
  • Disability Confident: We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
  • BSL Support: British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all of our recruitment communications.