Support Worker

You will receive a **£500** bonus once you've successfully completed your probation period

**Position: Support Worker - Supported Living**

**Location: Gateshead**

**Hours: Full Time**

**Contract: Permanent**

**Salary: £9.90 per hour + £1 service level enhancement due to complexity of support**

Benefits: Full induction process, outstanding training opportunities, development and career progression, opportunities to gain recognised qualifications, free DBS screening, flexible working, £400 refer a friend scheme, Cycle2work Scheme, access to GP online, Employee Assistance Helpline, discounts at many retailers and life insurance.

**Every Moment Matters**

Every day is different, you never know what the day will bring That’s what makes it so exciting. We support people out in their homes and within a supported living setting. The Support Worker role is one of empowerment, you have the ability to make the people you support feel safe, confident, competent and more importantly able and independent.

By believing in someone you can help people reach their own potential as well as supporting with the everyday tasks such as finances, housekeeping, attending appointments, shopping, and participating in various activities of choice.

Swanton Care and Community is a value based organisation, committed to putting the people we support in control of their lives. We focus on enablement and maximising independence to work with people who use their support be co-producers of their own goals and outcomes.

Swanton is a young, forward thinking organisation; inspired by innovation, open and collaborative in its approach to focused outcomes and best practice. We look to promote social inclusion; opening doors to opportunities and experiences that enhance lives and create new and unique adventures.

With good feedback from varying inspections and positive relations with stakeholders, this is a great place to work and to be proud of. We support a variety of people be it physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health or autism, we believe we can help anyone and go above and beyond in the process.

**About the Role**

The role of the Support Worker is an opportunity for a pro-active person to join an evolving Care Company. We are looking for a dedicated and empathic person.

This project in particular will be supporting a young man who has transitioned from hospital to a supported living environment. He will require a staff team who have experience in supporting people with complex behaviour to reach their potential. They will support with all aspects of independent living, managing a tenancy, budgeting and day to day living as well as supporting this gent to settle into his new home.
- Demonstrate positive, proactive and organised people skills, that will support and develop the skills of the people we support.
- Take the lead to help the people we support to understand their responsibilities and by doing so ensure that safe, effective, caring, responsive and well lead support and care is delivered at all times.
- Be observant and able to do dynamic risk assessments in an environment.
- Support the Managers & Team Leaders in managing transitions into and away from the service. You will be able to liaise professionally with all outside professional agencies, and ensure that all information is shared appropriately.
- Ensure that all the people we support have person centred support as per their care and support plans. You will be able to follow and review these plans as per any changes that are required.
- Empower the people we support to be actively involved in their own goal setting.
- To oversee and support the development of excellent quality within the service. You will maintain excellent service user records. Working in a supportive manner that empowers the service user to live their life in their chosen manner.
- Have experience of completing both written and electronic notes.
- To fully understand the principles of 'safeguarding vulnerable adults'.
- You will advocate for and protect the best interests of the individuals within the boundaries of the Mental Capacity Act.
- Due to the service being in operation all 24 hours, the shifts include days and nights.
- Having a driving license is desirable.

We very much welcome previous experience working within a supported living environment, the staff team will consist of established team leaders and a dedicated deputy manager & Manager oversight.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £9.90 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discounts

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- challenging behaviour and / or learning disabilities: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Shift availability:

- Day shift (preferred)
- Night shift (preferred)
- Overnight shift (preferred)

Reference ID: Support Worker