Female Advanced Support Worker
About The Position
We’re looking for a compassionate and skilled Advanced Support Worker to join our team in Kendal, supporting a lady in her home and community. She lives independently in a downstairs flat and requires 24-hour support to live a fulfilling and empowered life. About the Person You’ll Support Communicates using pen & paper or a Lite Writer Loves music, YouTube (especially cat videos!), shopping, and coffee shops Enjoys exploring new places by bus or train Big fan of cats and a good giggle Loves trips to the park (especially the swings!) Uses a PEG regime for medication (training provided) Uses a wheelchair in the community Key Traits Needed: Patience, understanding, and the ability to support when fixated or frustrated What’s Important to Them Staff who understand their communication style and give them time Their family Going to the bank Music, YouTube, and cats Shopping and walking About You You’ll be a great fit if you: Hold a Level 3 qualification in Social Care (or have strong experience) Have experience with mental health, autism, sensory communication, and physical health needs Are passionate about helping people live independently Are a brilliant mentor and team player Are confident using alternative communication methods Important Note Sometimes the people we support really need a male or female person to support them. For this particular role, a female colleague is required. This is a genuine occupational requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010
Requirements
- Hold a Level 3 qualification in Social Care (or have strong experience)
- Have experience with mental health, autism, sensory communication, and physical health needs
- Are passionate about helping people live independently
- Are a brilliant mentor and team player
- Are confident using alternative communication methods
Benefits
- £14.42 per hour
- Do what you love – hobbies, chats, walks, cooking… it’s all part of the job
- Multi award-winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support
- Supportive leadership – we’ve got your back, always
- No uniforms – just comfy, casual clothes
- Guaranteed shifts – contracted hours each week with rotas available 4-6 weeks in advance
- Shopping discounts – because treats are important
- Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us
- Recommend-a-Friend bonus – bring your besties
- Financial hardship fund – we’re here when life gets tough
- Wellbeing investment – your health matters
- Free DBS check – we’ve got it covered
- Spend your whole shift with one person – build real connections
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
