Please note that it is an occupational requirement that all post holders are male, in line with the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9 Part 1 paragraph 1.
MALE SUPPORT WORKER - DRIVER NEEDED
Are you a caring and compassionate person with the desire to make a positive difference in the lives of our Young Adults in our homes in Peterborough?
We are proud to be rated GOOD in all areas by OFSTED and CQC for the services we deliver.
You will be working for a company that truly invests in its employees. Our staff receive regular supervision and appraisal, a full induction and ongoing support. We provide high-quality face-to-face training in PACE and therapeutic methods of care and support, alongside a trauma-informed approach to practice.
We also benefit from a behavioural specialist supporting staff in understanding the best ways to work with our service users and promote their progression. In addition, we link in with a qualified therapist to ensure the best outcomes for the young people and adults we support.
What We Offer:
- £12.82 per hour
- £13.03 per hour for Support Workers holding NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Full Time – Days & Nights available
- Shift patterns and rotas to support work-life balance
- Enhanced children’s and adults DBS paid for by Positive Steps Specialist Care Services*
- Full training provided – 5-day paid induction, online & face-to-face learning
- Continuous Professional Development opportunities
- 3 paid shadowing shifts with an experienced Support Worker or Team Leader
- Opportunity to enrol onto an NVQ for Children & Young Adults
- Blue Light Card store discounts
- Ongoing support and career progression opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme providing: Free and confidential counselling sessions, Legal advice, Health and wellbeing support
- Wellness Chalet available to all staff, promoting relaxation, wellbeing, and self-care
Your working day can be different from one day to the next. We are looking for individuals who are flexible, reliable, adaptable and able to read situations to support our Children & Young Adults in making positive choices.
We have 5 adult supported living homes and 1 children’s home based in Peterborough.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meeting the needs of Young Adults in line with OFSTED & CQC regulations
- Organising and facilitating social activities (beach trips, cinema, board games etc.)
- Maintaining the home (laundry, cleaning, shopping etc.)
- Attending and participating in team meetings
Qualifications / Experience / Requirements:
- Experience in care (preferably with vulnerable adults or children)
- Health & Social Care qualifications are advantageous
- A compassionate and person-centred approach
- Enhanced DBS and reference checks required in line with safer recruitment guidelines
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities and challenging any discriminatory behaviour or practice.
*DBS fee reimbursed after 3 months of employment.
At Positive Steps Specialist Care Services, we put our service users first in everything we do.
We commit to:
- Working as one team with families and partners
- Giving our children and adult service users every opportunity to develop, thrive and aspire
- Being positive role models and prioritising safeguarding
- Delivering a well-managed, aspirational service that provides great public value
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £13.03 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Store discount
Experience:
Work Location: In person
