Support Worker

Would you like a job where you can make a real difference to someone’s life?

Then working for Minstead Trust could be a perfect match for you

Exciting opportunities have arisen to join us with working within our friendly and dedicated Supported Living teams located in Totton and the surrounding areas.

**Support Worker (Full Time/Part Time) from a minimum of 16 - 37.5 hours per week**

**Flexible shifts over a 24/7 week, 365 days a year (Incl. weekends, bank holiday’s and sleep in shifts on a rota basis)**

**Salary - £22,425 per annum (£11.50 per hour) rising to £24,375 per annum (£12.50 per hour)**

At the Minstead Trust, we celebrate people by working to provide excellent support to those with wide-ranging care needs. Without our incredible team of staff and volunteers, we simply wouldn’t be where we are today We are always looking to welcome people who are passionate, dynamic and able to celebrate difference.
- ‘Working for Minstead Trust has been the best job I’ve had; I feel so lucky to be working as a Support Worker as it's such a rewarding job. The people we support are brilliant and I know I make a real difference to their lives. Since becoming a Support Worker, I definitely see things differently and don’t take things for granted. I feel that anything is possible and everything is achievable and the people we support are proof of this.’ - _Support Worker, New Forest Supported Living

**The Role**:

- To support individuals to meet their goals and outcomes in health, wellbeing and independence.
- Assist individuals with their personal, social and healthcare needs as required whilst maintaining accurate records.
- To work as part of a team as well as lone working within the community as needed.
- Work with allocated individuals as their keyworker.
- Interact and communicate with the people you support in a way that promotes dignity and respect.
- Support individuals with everyday tasks as required.

**What are we looking for?**
- Motivated, honest and approachable individuals who are great at building and nurturing relationships.
- Experience of providing high levels of care and support to those with learning disabilities in a social care setting.
- Aspirations to develop skills at support worker level and beyond
- Flexibility to work shifts 24/7, 365 days a year including weekends and bank holidays as well as sleep in shifts on a rota basis.
- Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care is desirable but training will be provided.
- A full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential (in-work travel paid).

**What Benefits can we offer you?**
- 33 Days’ Holiday (Pro Rata)
- Refer-a-Friend scheme worth £750
- A Celebration Day’s Leave for Your Birthday
- Death in Service Insurance
- Company Pension
- Health Care Plan
- Well-being scheme
- Cycle to Work
- Free Parking
- Blue Light Card Eligibility

Our Vision at Minstead Trust is to live in a society where people with learning disabilities enjoy fulfilling lives of their own choosing.

As a trust, our mission is to support people with learning disabilities to fully develop their individual potential by providing opportunities, enhancing life skills, ensuring informed choice, and influencing society.
- We appreciate each person. Everyone is different - we respect and celebrate this.
- We’re always learning. We all have something to offer and more to learn.
- We’re always improving. Striving to give our best and to have more impact.
- We push for change. We will challenge society to be fully inclusive.
- We find the joy in everyday life. We have the freedom to be ourselves and enjoy what we do.

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

Pay: £11.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount

**Experience**:

- working with adults with a learning disability: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person