Job Opportunities
Job Opportunities
We are always looking for new support workers so give us a call if you are interested in talking further about this, or other, opportunities.
Support Worker (Adults with Learning Disabilities)
We are offering something completely different to other care companies. We are 100% owned by an Employee Ownership Trust set up for the benefit of our employees/partners, which means you get to share the profits, with an annual bonus.
Our team is recognised for delivering high standards of care, supporting adults with learning disabilities and behaviours of concern. It's a very rewarding role - give us a call to find out more.
Hourly starting rate range of between £11.84 and £12.44 (approximately £28,137.20 to £29,385.20) - this example is based on a 40-hours-per-week contract and one sleep-in per week.
After a year's service, employees/partners share in the profits of the company with the annual EOT bonus. After 5 years' service this bonus could be in excess of £2,000 and, as we are a Trust, this is paid tax free.
Benefits:
- Employees/partners share in the profits of the company with an annual bonus
- Sleep-in rate currently £67.50 - approximately one sleep-in per week for full time staff. It is your choice if you want to do sleep-ins, they are not compulsory
- Waking Nights shifts may be available, and are paid at an hourly rate of £15.50
- Full shift usually at one location however we do require flexibility as you may be required to travel between our locations from time to time
- You do not need your own transport or to be able to drive
- 20-40 hours per week plus overtime
- Comprehensive training including Care Certificate and funded training for Level 2 and Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Career development opportunities
- Refer a Friend scheme of £120 (unlimited referrals)
- Paid annual leave
- Staff loans (at Managers' discretion)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Support Scheme.
Role Description:
Based in Buxton and surrounding areas, you will:
- Assist our service users with a range of activities including personal care, housework, shopping, visiting family and friends and many other activities
- Enable our service users to have independent and fulfilled lives through community-based activities such as cinema trips, bowling, gardening and farm projects
- Accompany our service users occasionally on holidays in England and abroad
- Be prepared to take a flexible approach to shift working as there are a variety of day and evening shifts and this requires alternate weekend working
Relevant qualifications are an advantage, but we also have a comprehensive training programme for those new to care. As we have fleet cars, drivers are extremely welcome to apply.
This job offers an exciting opportunity to all motivated, dedicated and caring individuals who value great job satisfaction. If you are interested, please call a member of our team Monday-Friday (office hours only) for an informal chat.
