Support Worker

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.

Support workers are required to work with a couple of gentlemen with a learning disability, who present some challenging behaviours within their own home in Sutton on Trent, Nottinghamshire. Experience is desirable, but not essential as full training will be given to the right applicant. The ideal candidate should hold a current and valid full UK driving licence as the gentlemen supported enjoy going out to socialise. Interests include: walking, gardening, arts and crafts, listening to music, healthy eating, cooking, watching films, going to the cinema, bowling, safari parks, visiting safari parks and visiting family etc.

Please note: Applicants must be 18+ for personal care.

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.

Job Requirements:

• To be able to work a range of shifts including mornings, days, afternoons, evenings, waking nights and sleep ins.
• To be fully flexible and adaptable to change.
• Hold a current and valid full UK driving licence and be able to support individuals in the community, through the use of own vehicle, or individuals' mobility cars
• An interest in understanding people with autism, emotional support needs and challenging behaviours would be beneficial in this role

This post offers excellent benefits including:

• 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
• Pension scheme

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