Support Worker

At Optimal Living we believe that the people we support should be at the centre of our services. We recruit individuals who want to make a difference to the lives of others, in a positive way.

The core values that underpin our organisation include Support, Independence and Choice. Such attributes are demonstrated by showing a commitment to quality of care, improving the lives of others, giving respect, dignity and compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; being open and honest, and placing our service users at the centre of their care.

Our staff teams are vital in helping us to achieve this. Would you like to join us in helping to make a real difference in someone’s life?

No experience is necessary! If you have compassion, empathy and willing to take on a challenge, this could be the job for you. Read on to see what we can offer you!

Support Worker Job Role

The role of a Support Worker is to deliver person- centred support to each individual, promoting independence, and helping to achieve goals and aspirations. We need staff who are reliable, respectful and understand the importance of promoting independence. A typical day involves:

- Assisting service users with their care needs, including helping to administer the right medication and supporting to appointments.

- Teaching essential life skills.

- Completing detailed reports/ documentation.

- Preparing meals which are eaten together in a home environment.

- Assisting with tasks that promote healthy living, including keeping the home clean and tidy.

You could become a member of our friendly team, helping to support our service users with a wide range of activities they like to enjoy such as shopping, cinema, bowling, creative activities and many more! Their needs and wants are at the heart of everything we do. Helping them to achieve their goals provides the greatest sense of reward.

We value our staff team and appreciate the value of providing effective training, development, and wellbeing. With this in mind, you would receive a sufficient induction into your role, getting to know each individual and learning about the roles and responsibilities of the position. Throughout your career, you will have access to an extensive training package, as well as the opportunity to complete a recognised qualification in Health and Social Care. Alongside this, you will receive daily support from an experienced senior management team, offering guidance and support.

Other benefits include:

• Auto- Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Health and well-being support
• Full Training Provided including a recognised qualification in Health and Social Care
• Career Progression
• Fully Paid Induction period
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays pro rata
• A permanent, stable job in an ever-growing organisation
• A COS allocation may be available for the right candidate (if required)

This role is suited to someone that is resilient and is willing to take on the challenges of the role with great rewards. If you are caring, considerate, a great team player and would like to enquire about current vacancies, please contact Suzy, Amy or Natasha on 01793 496458.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: From £10.72 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Physical setting:

• Care home

Shift:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Swindon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person