Support Worker – Bank Including Weekend Availability

We are Eden Futures and deliver support services for people aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, autism, mental ill health, and complex needs. We are recruiting Bank Support Workers to join our Supported Living team, supporting individuals in their own homes and within the community to live as independently as possible.

Please note: Eden Futures is unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support service users to lead a full and active life in line with their wishes and choices, considering their assessed needs and individual support and care plans, and participate in the development of plans where applicable
• Support individuals to stay safe, taking appropriate action to safeguard their welfare and protect them from abuse wherever possible
• Provide emotional support when needed, maintaining a person‑centred approach
• Support service users to participate in chosen social activities and services in their community, manage their finances and medication responsibly, help with practical tasks around the home, and respectfully support with personal care, hygiene and healthcare
• Act as an informal point of contact for those in the service user’s circle of support (e.g. families and social workers)
• Accurately report and record any issues related to the care and support of our service users to monitor their health and wellbeing
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations and have regard for the health, safety and welfare of others

Ideal Candidate

• Caring and compassionate, with a genuine passion for helping service users lead a full and active life to achieve independence
• Open to those without prior care experience; recruitment is based on values
• Ability to remain positive in challenging situations and positively influence others
• Enjoys working as part of a team and using personal initiative, and is willing to support colleagues when needed

Pay and Benefits

Bank role hourly rate £12.71.

Eligibility for a £500 bonus through our refer‑a‑friend scheme (unlimited referrals).

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