Support Worker: Empower Independence & Community Living

Perthyn; Oswestry; Hybrid; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organisation in Oswestry & Bridgnorth seeks a compassionate Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities. Responsibilities include promoting independence, encouraging community engagement, and administering medication. Essential skills include a respectful, person-centred approach and the ability to work shifts. Competitive salary with additional earning potential through sleep-in shifts and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Employee wellbeing programmes

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities is desirable.
• Ability to work shifts including sleep-ins is essential.
• A driving licence is particularly advantageous for Bridgnorth.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and personal care for individuals.
• Encourage independence and life skills development.
• Administer medication and respond to health needs.

Skills

Respectful, person-centred approach

Willingness to learn and undertake training

Ability to travel locally

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

A leading support organisation in Oswestry & Bridgnorth seeks a compassionate Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities. Responsibilities include promoting independence, encouraging community engagement, and administering medication. Essential skills include a respectful, person-centred approach and the ability to work shifts. Competitive salary with additional earning potential through sleep-in shifts and overtime opportunities.