Job Summary
The Huntingdon Community Centre supports adults with learning disabilities in a vibrant day centre. As a Support Worker, you will create an inclusive environment, lead activities, and help individuals achieve their personal goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Build positive, trusting relationships and support people to achieve their personal goals.
- Deliver and support engaging activities within the centre and in the community, promoting life skills, wellbeing and social inclusion.
- Encourage independence by helping people develop everyday skills and make their own choices.
- Provide person‑centred support tailored to individual needs, including personal care and medication where required.
- Work as part of a collaborative team, contributing to support plans, risk assessments and reviews.
- Use IT systems to keep accurate records and ensure high‑quality care delivery.
- Promote dignity, respect and equality, helping people feel safe, heard and valued.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
- Commitment to further training and development.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience working with adults with learning disabilities or similar populations.
- Confidence using IT systems for recording and communication.
- Caring, enthusiastic, and eager to make a real difference.
Work Hours & Pay
Part‑time positions available: 30 hours per week or 22 hours per week. Working times are 8:50 am–5:10 pm on Wednesdays and 8:50 am–4:00 pm Monday‑Friday (subject to change). Starting pay is £13.45 per hour.
Benefits
- Comprehensive wellbeing package, including access for family.
- Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave through salary sacrifice scheme (pro‑rata).
- Flexible bank holiday arrangements.
- Additional Voluntary Contributions to pension with tax and National Insurance savings.
- Paid volunteering hours each year.
- Peer support groups and employee recognition awards.
- Discounts via Our Cambs Rewards and access to car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and welcome reasonable adjustments.
Application and Contact
Preferred method: submit a supporting statement outlining how you meet the essential criteria. For further information, contact Karen Hubbard at karen.hubbard@cambridgeshire.gov.uk. Appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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