Empower Lives: Day Opportunities Support Worker

Minstead Trust; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization supporting individuals with disabilities is seeking a Support Worker to join their Day Opportunities team in Portsmouth. This role involves fostering personal development through engaging activities, collaborating closely with colleagues, and addressing both personal and healthcare needs. Applicants should have experience in social care, strong relationship-building skills, and a willingness to learn. A driving licence and ability to drive a mini-bus are essential. Benefits include a welcome bonus and health and wellbeing schemes.

Benefits

£250 welcome bonus

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Birthday leave

Death in Service Insurance

Company Pension

Health and wellbeing scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading activities for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Strong skills in building relationships with colleagues and families.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to engage in activities and sessions.
• Work with session leaders to plan resources and transport.
• Help individuals meet their wellbeing and personal growth goals.

Skills

Experience in a social care setting

Ability to build positive relationships

Driving a mini-bus

Calm and professional demeanor

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

A nonprofit organization supporting individuals with disabilities is seeking a Support Worker to join their Day Opportunities team in Portsmouth. This role involves fostering personal development through engaging activities, collaborating closely with colleagues, and addressing both personal and healthcare needs. Applicants should have experience in social care, strong relationship-building skills, and a willingness to learn. A driving licence and ability to drive a mini-bus are essential. Benefits include a welcome bonus and health and wellbeing schemes.