The Vacancy The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
FitzRoy's Jellicoe Court in Chineham is a vibrant and sociable supported living service.
We support 18 people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs - and we are looking for a support worker to join our passionate team.
Jellicoe Court is bright and airy service, and every resident has their own self contained flat, with an open plan kitchen/lounge, bedroom and bathroom.
Our residents enjoy their communal areas where everyone can socialise, from movie nights to themed parties and karaoke.
The people we support at Jellicoe Court love to be active - from indoor activities to going out on day trips.
As a support worker, no two days will be the same.
Our residents enjoy being a part of everything that goes on, and even get involved in the interview process.
Working at Jellicoe Court, you will join a team who are passionate about their jobs and love to make a difference.
You will be supported by a fantastic team who will train you to deliver the best possible care.
Please note a Full UK Manual driving licence is essential as you will be supporting residents on trips out and driving Fitzroy vehicles.
Unfortunately we are only able to recruit female support workers at present, due to the requirements of the people we support.
Vacancies available: Day shift: £12.13 per hour weekdays and £13.34 weekends.
Full time or Part time available Currently offering + £2.50 for overtime shifts.
Time and a half or double time for public holidays.
Sleep-ins are £50 per night.
30 days holiday when you start (FTE).
We're hiring Support Workers As a support worker, you'll wake up every day feeling good about your work.
Even without previous care experience, as long as you have the right values we'll train and support you to be confident in delivering care and support to transform lives for people with disabilities.
What does a Support Worker do?
A support worker's day is varied and rewarding.
You will: Support everyone differently to their individual needs.
Be actively involved in a range of people's interests and activities from shopping, to crafts to bowling or swimming.
Support and encourage with personal care, such as showers and baths.
Support Worker Hours You will work a set pattern of morning and afternoon shifts.
Shifts are 7.5 hours, and a full-time contract is 37.5 hours (5 shifts a week).
The earliest start is from 7am and the latest finish is until 10pm.
Weekend working is essential, which will be on a rotating basis and when you work a weekend you will have the time off in the week.
About Us FitzRoy is a national charity, set up 60 years ago by brave parents as a pioneering alternative to institutional care.
Their values remain the values of FitzRoy today - we see the person, we are brave and we are creative - and they thread through everything we do.
We support hundreds of people with a range of needs.
You could be supporting someone with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries or mental health support needs.
Many of the people we support also have physical impairments or other health issues.
Working for us will give you an opportunity to learn, to grow and to transform lives.
Join us today.
Benefits 30 days holiday rising with service Staff recognition scheme Investment in training and development Paid DBS Enhanced pay for weekends and overtime Team bonus Healthcare cash back plan Employee assistance programme Pension and life assurance Employee assistance programme Paid DBS Testimonials Debbie, Support Worker: "It's hard to put into words what has motivated me to stay at FitzRoy for 50 years.
I love working with the people we support, it really is all down to them.
The connection you make with them and the difference you are making is the real delight of the job."
Chloe, Support Worker: "You don't become a support worker unless you want to help people and make a difference to someone's life.
That's what made me want to do this job - I have always been a caring person and I wanted to help give people with learning disabilities a voice."
Alan, Support Worker: "FitzRoy is such an incredible place to work, everyone really cares about the people we support.
I am genuinely passionate about improving their quality of life, and when you see the people we support achieving a goal I feel immense job satisfaction."
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