Support Worker

Support Worker

Colchester

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

If you love a challenge and are looking for a new and fulfilling role, then we would love to hear from you. We are looking for positive, proactive people to support others to enhance their quality of life.

What does the role involve?

Each day is different and every person we support is unique. The role could include anything from day-to-day activities like cooking, crafts and personal or domestic care, to shopping and day trips, seeing family and supporting goals and aspirations such as going to college or holidays.

What skills do I need?

Above all, we look for people who are friendly, patient, compassionate and honest. Continuity and trust are very important in the work that we do, so reliability is key. The role is focused on building relationships, creating opportunities, and encouraging people to achieve their goals. We are ideally looking for people with experience of supporting people with complex needs, positive behaviour support and experience of behaviour that can be defined as “challenging”. To be successful in the role, you will need to have a strong personality, the resilience to support people through difficult times and a keen sense of humour. Being a Support Worker is not always the easiest job, but it is incredibly rewarding.

Investing in you

All new starters will undergo a comprehensive induction, as well as having access to ongoing training and development opportunities. A career at Aldanat isn’t just about creating opportunities for others – you will also have the opportunity to shape your own career and achieve your full potential.

Benefits

As well as the fulfilment of knowing you’re supporting others to live a rewarding life, you will also have access to a range of benefits:

• £100 Start-Up Bonus for Contracted Staff once training completed

• £150 Bonus once completed probation

• Drive to work scheme – pick up and drop off from key locations

• Flexible shifts/Overtime

• 28 Days annual leave plus your Birthday

• Paid Induction training and E learning

• Fully paid shadowing support from experienced staff.

• Contributory Pension Plan

• Career progression available

• NVQ Certificate accreditation training available for all staff

• Refer a friend scheme

• Comprehensive Employee Wellbeing Programme

• Overtime weekly payment scheme

A bit about Aldanat Care we provide support for people with learning disabilities, mental health, and complex needs in either supported living or residential accommodation. Originally founded in 2008, Aldanat has grown to become one of the leading social care providers in Essex, offering specialised, person-centred support 24 hours per day, 52 weeks per year. We believe in person-centred care which promotes independence, enhances life skills, and provides opportunities for personal development. Ultimately, our goal is to help the people we support to achieve their ambitions and enjoy life to its fullest.

Rates start at £12.50

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £13.00 per hour

Additional pay: Bonus scheme, Overtime paid

Schedule: Day shift, Night shift