Support Worker
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Provides person-centred support to people with learning disabilities, helping them live independently in their home and community.
About this role
Are you a caring, compassionate person who loves working with people? Do you have excellent personal values, including empathy, understanding, patience and inclusivity? If so, apply today and join Perthyn’s team of support workers who enjoy worthwhile and rewarding work.
Perthyn are a large not-for-profit charity who provide support to people with learning disabilities. We deliver person-centred services, encouraging individuals to live as independently as possible within their home and community.
Experience is not essential, and all of our new starters are provided with excellent guidance to help them build a successful career as a Perthyn employee. You will be supported through a comprehensive induction, including shadow shifts, monthly supervisions and in-depth, quality training.
You will also receive a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Rotas that are issued up to 6 weeks in advance, with shifts equally shared amongst staff teams
- Full and comprehensive training
- The opportunity to complete a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care
- Generous holiday entitlement (up to 34 days leave per annum)
- Progression opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Family friendly policies
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Company pension scheme
Ready for your next career move? Apply today and we’ll get in touch.
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