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About us
Have the peace of mind when joining Expanding Horizons that you are part of an organisation truly striving for delivering great outcomes for those suffering with learning disabilities and mental illness.
Are you looking to make a positive difference to people's lives?
Our Benefits
- Opportunities for career progression through the QCF Framework
- Free DBS - We cover the cost of your DBS.
- Comprehensive training and induction programme.
- Refer a friend scheme where you can earn £250 per referral
- Access to the Blue Light Scheme giving you discounts in high street and online stores!
- Health Assure - Online counselling/Health Support free of charge!
- Paid training - Access to our E-learning platform and in person workshops!
About the service.
Essendene Bungalow is a five-bedroom property, operating as a supported living service for individuals with Mental Illness and Learning Disabilities. Some of the people living at Essendene may also express behaviours which others might find challenging.
Within your role:
· Support individuals with to live a fulfilled and meaningful life through the delivery of structured daily activities and supporting them into the local community.
· A focus is placed upon developing levels of independence through engagement in Daily Living Skills such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
· You will encourage individuals to maintain healthy standards of personal care, promoting the engagement in washing and bathing.
· To provide emotional/wellbeing and Mental Health Support.
Contract of employment:
· 30 hours (minimum) per week.
· Shifts include; mornings, afternoons, evenings, sleep ins and every other weekend.
· 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
This is a fantastic opportunity if you are caring, patient and passionate about helping others to grow. All you will require is a positive attitude.
Expanding Horizons is a growing organisation, offering fantastic benefits to the right candidates! If you are looking to work as part of a team and all of the above sounds exciting then we would love to hear from you!
If you are new to care then this also applies to you - a fundamental part of our recruitment is based upon attitude and personality so experience is not essential.
Full training including the Care Certificate will be provided as well as intensive support from your line manager to ensure you get the most out of your new role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
Experience:
- Support Environment: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person
