Generic Support Worker

To develop and support a wide range of interesting and socially inclusive activities for people using the service.
Implement the policies and procedures of the department and of the individual services/teams.
Ensure good communications within the whole learning disability service so that the service is coordinated and safe.
Participate in all appropriate internal/external training as identified through the supervision and appraisal system and utilise the skills and knowledge gained to improve services to individuals.
The service operates seven days a week and you will be required to work shifts to meet the needs of the service, which includes evenings, weekends, and on-call rotas.

We are seeking a compassionate Generic Support Worker who can connect with and empathise with individuals with learning disabilities.

In this role, you will implement empowering risk management procedures and serve as a positive role model, demonstrating the council's values. Embracing new ideas and being adaptable to change will be essential. Your motivation and initiative will play a crucial role in supporting those in your care.

Join our close-knit team dedicated to providing exceptional support to individuals using our services. While the work can be challenging, we also embrace creativity and innovation, ensuring that every day brings new and rewarding experiences. We prioritise a person-centered approach, always putting our guests first and delivering exceptional care. Our team is enthusiastic, reliable and trustworthy, embodying a strong can-do attitude in everything we do!, Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days increasing to 28 days after 3 years' service (pro rata for part time).
Annual leave purchase policy.
Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees' work-life balance.
An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
Local government pension scheme.
Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).
A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees' health and wellbeing.
Staff dental and health plans.
Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.
Supermarket discount.
Interview date...
Interviews will be held on 04th November 2024.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.