Support Worker

Female Support Workers x 2 -Part Time (20 hours per week) Please note-we are NOT sponsoring for this role Salary: 12.60 per hourHours: 20 hours per weekEnhanced payments for Bank HolidaysSupplementary pay for SleepoverDutiesLocation: LS17 6Ready to make a meaningful difference every dayAt Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB) weve been supporting individuals and families across North Leeds for over 145 years. Were proud to provide essential care and support to over 1000 people each monthand now were looking for someone special to join our team.Were on the lookout for a Support Worker who is caring enthusiastic and ready to be a positive presence in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. If youre the kind of person who leads with empathy loves a good day out and wants to help others live life to the fullestyou might be just who were looking for. Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.About the RoleYoull be working in one of our three well-established Kosher residential homes all rated Good by the CQC. These homes are more than just places to livetheyre warm welcoming communities filled with fun laughter and purpose.No two days are the same From supporting with day-to-day routines to joining residents on outings activities and appointments youll be helping each person live a happy independent and meaningful life.What Youll Be Doing:Offering personalised care and support in daily routines Helping with cooking household tasks and maintaining a safe happy home Driving/accompanying residents on outings and to appointments Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing every step of the way What Youll Need: A valid UK driving licence preferredNVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to complete the Care Certificate with us) Great communication skills both spoken and written A flexible proactive attitude able to work weekends and bank holidays Experience working with people with learning disabilities (preferred) The right to work in the UK Why Work With LJWBWere more than just colleagueswere a team that genuinely cares. Youll be welcomed into a positive inclusive work environment where support fun and community are at the heart of everything we do. What Youll Get:Free DBSFree Life Assurance CoverGreat Employee Assistance PackageAccess to Blue Light Card DiscountsFree car parking at most servicesFree life assurance coverRefer A Friend recruitment initiativeExtra day of leave increase after 3 years service up to a maximum of 3 extra daysA Place Where Everyone BelongsLJWB is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.How to ApplyInterested Wed love to hear from youTo ensure you meet the essential criteria please request the full job specification before applying.Email: emailprotected Call: for more information or an informal chat.Recruitment is ongoing we may close the vacancy early once we find the right candidate.If you dont hear from us within three weeks were sorry to say your application was not successful on this occasion.Please note: All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.Come join a team where care is at the heart of everything we do.Be part of something special. Be part of LJWB. Key Skills Nursing Home Experience,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Direct Support,Computer Operation,Caregiving,Case Management,Special Needs,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children,Word Processing,Addiction Counseling Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1