Support Worker Young Adults

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Full timePer hour
Young Adult Support Worker, job vacancy Bishopston, Bristol (Social Care Experience needed)

Salary: £11.83 - £12.78 per hour / £24,600 - £26,600 per annum, DOE

Welcome: Enjoy a £1500 Welcome Bonus to thank you for joining our team!

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 40 Hours per week, Working a 2-Week Rota Pattern including every other weekend. Overtime available if required.

Benefits:

£1500 Welcome Bonus

Opportunity to gain a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Pension, Life Assurance, Health Plan

High Street Discounts

Continuous Professional Development

About the Employer:

Join one of the UK's leading providers of Specialist Education Schools & Colleges (SEND) for Children, Young People, and Adults. We offer dedicated support across a wide range of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, social, emotional, mental health issues, learning disabilities, and complex needs. Our services aim to create an inclusive environment that promotes the well-being and development of our individuals.

Role Overview:

As a Support Worker, you will work in a Supported Living and Learning Environment with young adults aged 19+ who have severe learning difficulties and challenging behavior. Your key responsibilities will include:

Developing and implementing social activities to enhance quality of life

Assisting with all aspects of daily living and promoting independence

Establishing warm, caring, and supportive relationships with individuals

Encouraging and guiding supportive independence

Criteria:

We are seeking proactive, compassionate individuals who demonstrate:

Previous care experience

Ability to work to a rota pattern including every other weekend

Exceptional communication skills, empathy, and understanding

Motivation to learn and go the extra mile

Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence

Good interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills

An active approach to the role

Safeguarding:

Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants will need to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless "protected" under DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability.

Equal Opportunities:

Our employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults in our care. We are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

Recruitment Partner:

Social Care & Education Jobs is a national recruitment agency specializing in the Adult Social Care, Children's Social Care, and Specialist Education sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we are passionate about supporting both candidates and providers in this vital sector.

Apply Today:

If you are dedicated to making a difference and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply for the Support Worker position in Bishopston, Bristol. Be a part of a supportive and dynamic team, and contribute to the positive impact on young adults' lives.

Keywords:

Support Worker Job Vacancy Bristol, Social Care Jobs Bristol, Specialist Education Jobs, Supported Living Jobs, Care Jobs in Bristol

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