Eden Futures provides support services for adults aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, autism, mental ill health and complex needs.
We are recruiting a Male Specialist Support Worker (Full Time – Driver Required) to join our Supported Living team, supporting individuals in their own homes and in the community to live as independently as possible.
Pay: £13.20 per hour (equivalent to an annual salary of £28,828.80 based on a 42‑hour working week). This figure is a per‑annum equivalent for illustration purposes only and will be pro‑rata based on hours worked.
Once you join us, you will be eligible for a £500 bonus through our refer‑a‑friend scheme (unlimited referrals).
Please note: Eden Futures is unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
Main 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.
- Serve as an informal point of contact for those in the service users’ 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
- Showing caring, compassionate, and a genuine passion for helping service users lead a full and active life to enable independence.
- Applicants may have limited experience in the care sector; we recruit individuals based on their values.
- Ability to remain positive when there are challenging days, influencing others positively.
- Enjoy working as part of a team and using personal initiative; willing to support colleagues when needed.
- Please note: A minimum of 6–12 months working within care is required for this Specialist Support Worker position.
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