Thera East Midlands has an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker based in Ashbourne. This is a permanent role, with full-time, part-time and relief hours available. The hourly rate is £13.10.
Role Overview
As a valued Support Worker, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals in achieving their personal goals and to live the lives they choose.
Key Responsibilities
- Support adults with learning disabilities in daily living activities.
- Assist with the development of new skills, personal and emotional support.
- Help plan and manage individuals’ home and leisure activities.
- Assist with travel and community outings.
- Participate in team meetings and training.
Requirements
- Full UK driving licence required.
- No previous experience or qualifications required; full Skills for Care endorsed training will be provided.
- Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
- Self‑starter with a high level of motivation.
- Keenness to learn and creatively solve problems in a fast‑paced environment.
- Desire to embrace our values and vision.
Benefits
- Annualised hours and guaranteed monthly salary for full and part‑time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities.
- Flexible working hours for work‑life balance.
- Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre‑employment checks).
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro‑rata).
- Employee support line and pension scheme.
- Free nationally accredited training, and opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career.
- Free enhanced DBS check.
- Refer a friend and earn up to £300.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Well-being initiatives, access to thousands of retail discounts including Health Cash Plan.
- Employee council representation.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare any convictions or cautions, even if they would otherwise be spent. The role requires an Enhanced DBS check if offered.
Thera follows government guidance around vaccines and believes they are an effective way to support everyone’s safety; we encourage uptake of recommended vaccination programmes for those working in Social Care.
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