Support Worker

Discovery are currently looking for Support Workers to support 5 gentlemen who live in their own home to live their lives independently, actively and full of adventure!

It is very important to the gentleman that the people who will be supporting them are interested in similar things, some of the ways they like to spend their days are, taking walks around National Trust spaces, trips to the pub! Rock music and sports!! As well as popping to the coffee shop or heading through the drive thru!

Your role will also involve promoting their independence assisting with general housekeeping duties, personal care, medication and finance management.

These gentlemen benefit from proactive and active support for everyday tasks so we are looking for people who like to plan ahead and look at new exciting opportunities to try.

Why join us?

• Full-time or part-time contracts available
• £13.61 per hour
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members.
• Life Assurance and Pension scheme
• Great Induction and training opportunities including the Care Certificate, and Diploma in Health & Social Care.

Apply now:

We want the people we support to have fulfilling lives and we want our colleagues to have great careers with us. If you would like to be a part of our team and feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below, or contact the Internal Resourcing Consultant team 0300 303 9150 or drop us an email at applynow@discovery-uk.org for an informal conversation about the role. Before you know it you could be making a positive difference every day.

This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.

Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application . Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150 or email applynow@discovery-uk.org