Support Worker

1 week ago

Wigan, United Kingdom Making Space Charity Full time

Overview:
We have an opportunity available for a part time Support Worker with Personal Care to join the team at our residential care home, Kingshill Court based in Wigan (WN6 0AR).

Please click here for further details about the service.

At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.

Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do.

Our focus on
**Kind Hearts** is about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging. We believe that every person deserves to feel like they are a valued and respected.

**Tailor making** is about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count. We understand that every person’s needs circumstances are different, so we strive to provide customised support and assistance to ensure all those in our care are able to live their best lives.

**Dreaming Big** is about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step. We believe that anything is possible when we set our minds to it and we are 100% dedicated to helping others believe in themselves too.

**Having Courage** is about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places. We believe that our team at Making Space really do make a real change to those we serve and we must be willing to take risks and be bold in our decision making.

**Being ready** is about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together. We know too well that life can be unpredictable but by working together and being prepared we can overcome any obstacles.

At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and our looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.

**Responsibilities**:
As a Support worker (with personal care) you should hold our Making Space values in your heart. You must be able to connect with individuals on a deep level, providing them with customised care, and helping them achieve their individual goals.

You will be assisting individuals with personal hygiene, grooming and dressing, empowering them to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. A kind understanding and flexible approach to your work is needed as you will also provide emotional support and encouragement to help these individuals build their confidence and self -esteem.

Therefore if you have strong empathy and are both adaptable with a proactive approach to life then you have the strong foundations to being a Support Worker (with personal care)we would love to hear from you.

A full Job Description can be found here

Qualifications:
It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.

We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours here at Making Space.

**Benefits**:
We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees are receiving the very best company perks and we are always seeking out further additions.

Our current benefits include:

- Wagestream - Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn,
- Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
- Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
- We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
- Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday - statutory limits apply
- Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
- Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
- We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
- Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 40p per mile travel expenses.
- We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
- Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
- Paid Sick leave
- legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom._

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