Job Role: Learning Disability Support Worker Service: Lucklaw Supported Living Hours per week: 1 x 34 Hours Days Salary: £12.00 per hour Location: Chapelford, Great Sankey, Warrington About Lucklaw Lucklaw is a warm and welcoming Supported Living home, thoughtfully designed to cater to the unique needs of up to four individuals with learning and physical disabilities, including those classified as having PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities).
Our specially adapted bungalow, complete with a spacious garden and a homely atmosphere, provides a truly personal experience of support and adult life, living in the company of a small, close-knit group. A Day in the Life of a Learning Disability Support Worker As a Learning Disability Support Worker, no two days are alike - much like the diverse individuals we support.
Our approach revolves around person-centred planning, tailoring our services to suit the distinct requirements of each person we support.
We are deeply committed to working towards positive outcomes for every individual, celebrating even the smallest milestones on their journey to personal growth.
As a Support Worker, you'll be equipped with comprehensive training to provide a wide range of assistance, including personal care, behavioural support, fostering independence and confidence, and nurturing positive relationships through effective communication. Our Employee Benefits As a charity, we do what we can to show our teams that we value them and the life-changing work they do, so we offer the following: Welcome Bonus : You'll receive £500 as a warm welcome to the team. Not eligible if we pay to sponsor you to work in the UK Training and Development: We offer access to both in-house and accredited courses.
We cover the cost of your qualification, and on completing Level 2 or above, you'll receive a £150 bonus (with an additional £50 for passing the care certificate). Health and Wellbeing Support: offering health and wellbeing support including 24/7 access to GP. Blue Light Card and other discount schemes: We cover the cost of your card, unlocking various discounts for you.
Enjoy discounts on childcare, shopping, and a wide range of online training courses. Night Enhancement: An additional £1 per hour enhancement for all hours worked between 8pm and 8am, whether regular contracted hours, bank hours, or overtime. Free Meals: Available to all staff working 12-hour shifts, ensuring you stay energized with a hot or cold meal. Refer a Friend: You can earn a £200 bonus for referring a friend who successfully joins WCL. Christmas Enhancement (Double Time): Enjoy double-time pay for allocated Christmas hours worked. Ongoing Technological Advancements: Benefit from our investment in new technology, including care plan and Rota apps, with full training provided. What We're Looking For Although previous experience would be great, it's not essential, as all training and qualifications are provided on the job! At We Change Lives (WCL), we seek compassionate individuals who share our vision and values.
You'll champion the rights, needs, choices, and dreams of our residents, making a positive difference in their lives.
Dedication to embracing innovation, valuing each colleague's unique contributions, and fostering a supportive and empowering work environment, are all key to who we are at WCL.
If you're driven to transform lives, you'll fit right in with us. Ready to Change Lives?
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If you are passionate about making a genuine impact and enriching the lives of others, then we would love to hear from you .
Once you've applied, one of our friendly team will be in touch to discuss next steps! More About We Change Lives We Change Lives (WCL) is a remarkable charity based in Northwest England, dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people, those with dementia, and individuals experiencing mental health issues.
Our mission is to enable people to lead their best lives in purposeful, healthy, and fulfilling ways.
We achieve this by providing compassionate support through our residential homes, supported living schemes, and various community-based services.