Support worker

Support worker

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants for to work as SUPPORT WORKER for our service based in West Yorkshire area, Castleford,Wakefield,Normanton, Rothwell and other small supported services in the area

• FULL-TIME,42 HOURS PER WEEK
  
  

• Have the right to work without sponsorship in the next 12 months.

  Pay rate is £12.42- £12.52per hour, overtime +£1 per hour

• Experience required at least 6 months as healthcare assistant or Support worker in a care home or supported living location.
  
  
• Positive, with a can-do attitude
  
  
• Caring and empathetic
  
  
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
  
  
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
  
  
• Able to work flexibly shifts.
  
  

Requirements

What We Are Looking For:

• Relevant experience within the mental health or care sector
  
  
• An understanding of mental health crisis
  
  
• Good computer skills, Email word Excel
  
  
• Knowledge of a Psychological Informed Environment Preferable, although training will be provided
  
  
• Ability to engage in 1-2-1 and group conversations
  
  
• Experience of using de-escalation methods
  
  
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal
  
  
• Ability to drive is desirable. Sometimes we need someone to drive a resident to his appointments.
  
  
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients and colleagues
  
  
• Experience in home care is advantageous
  
  

Benefits

• Full-time contract
  
  
• Working for an “outstanding” CQC rated
  
  
• A rewarding yet challenging role for the right candidate
  
  
• Meals at a discounted rate
  
  
• Free uniform
  
  
• 235 hours annual leave a year
  
  
• Educational opportunities: training provided and NVQ paid for.
  
  
• Progression to senior roles
  
  
• Training and development opportunities – leadership development
  
  
• Full and paid induction and ongoing learning
  
  
• Birthdays paid and off
  
  
• Staff member of the month rewards and gifts
  
  
• Fully paid induction and all training required
  
  
• Free DBS check
  
  
• Refer a friend scheme

We CAN NOT provide sponsorship for this role , we are only looking for support workers with right to work in the UK.

Offer of employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references

To apply, click below and send us your updated CV and all required information.