Job Introduction
Overview
We are Eden Futures, and we deliver exceptional support services for people aged 18 and over who have learning disabilities, autism, mental ill health and associated complex needs. We are recruiting Support Workers to join the team across our Supported Living services, supporting individuals in their own homes as well as out in the community, helping them to live as independently as possible. Learn more about life at Eden Futures: https://edenfutures.org/life-at-eden/
We’re a true people’s organisation with Investors in People Platinum status in 2025, reflecting our commitment to culture, collaboration and real career development in care. Hear from our staff and Expert Partners about why they love working here: https://edenfutures.org/our-people/
When you join us, you’ll discover genuine opportunities to grow through e-learning, face-to-face training, or your own tailored development plan. We offer pathways like the Care Certificate and apprenticeships. See more about learning and development here: https://edenfutures.org/learning-development/
If you’re new to care and support, that’s okay. We hire for values first, skills second, and in our Support Worker roles we provide interview questions in advance to help you shine as your authentic self. Read what to expect once you’ve applied: https://edenfutures.org/work-at-eden/
We celebrate our teams with annual Care Awards, monthly recognition, and long-service milestones. We are an employer people want to stay with. See our recognition page: https://edenfutures.org/recognition/
Compensation
- Roles are paid at an hourly rate of £12.71, equating to an annual salary of £27,758.64 based on a 42-hour working week. The annual salary shown is per annum equivalent for illustration; this will be pro rata based on hours worked.
Upon joining, you’ll be eligible for our £500 referral bonus (unlimited referrals).
Please note: Eden Futures are 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, participating 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 with a person-centred approach.
- Support service users to participate in social activities and services in the community, manage finances and medication responsibly, assist with practical tasks around the home, and respectfully support 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 care and support issues to monitor health and wellbeing.
- Comply with Health and Safety regulations and uphold the welfare of others.
The Ideal Candidate
- Caring and compassionate with a genuine passion to help service users achieve independence.
- Values-based recruitment; care experience is not required if values align.
- Ability to stay positive on challenging days and positively influence how someone feels.
- Enjoy working as part of a team, use initiative, and be willing to support colleagues when needed.
About The Company
Eden Futures enables people to live fulfilling lives and supports them to be as independent as possible. Our purpose is our people, and our culture is Platinum.
We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and supporting those we care for. We are an inclusive employer with vetted, trained, and supervised staff to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care. Roles that require contact with service users are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Guidance about disclosure of convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. It is a criminal offence for people barred from regulated activity to apply for roles that involve unsupervised work with vulnerable adults.
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