We are looking to recruit a Full Time Support worker to join a dynamic and enthusiastic team - Due to this being a shift work full time position is is not suitable for students. This role includes a variety of evening, weekend and bank holiday working and is a Full time post - weekend pattern is 1 weekend off in 4, this is non negotiable. Unfortunately we are not currently offering sponsorship.
The right applicant will be willing to work nights to cover sickness and annual leave. All rotas are distributed 6 weeks in advance however short notice cover maybe requested.
Our service is dedicated to supporting individuals with complex mental health needs in their own home within our 2 dedicated sites. The work that you do will enable these individuals to lay foundations for their future, which will support them to achieve important goals and make positive changes. This role does not involve any personal care.
Our Support Workers are an essential part of our team, supporting the Night time support staff and our Senior STaR worker to develop support plans with the service users.
You will need to have a keen interest in working with individuals who have long term mental health issues, alcohol/ drug misuse alongside a potential forensic history.
Support work involves lone working so any applicant will need to be confident in completing this task. Support work by its very nature is a 24/7 job so this role will require weekend, evening work as well as occasional cover when required for night shifts. Some experience of working in this sector would be beneficial however would not be essential for the right applicant
You will be part of a team which also includes a Senior Worker, STaR workers and Wake Night Support staff.
Benefits;
- Opportunities for promotion within the organisation if and when they occur.
- Regular supervision and managerial support
- Encouragement to develop your own skills
- Employee health benefits scheme (after 6 month probation period)
- Company pension
Successful candidates can look forward to working in an environment that encourages independent thought and ideas in a supportive and collaborative team framework.
We are looking to recruit immediately and will be seeking to interview any successful applicants at the earliest possible convenience. Therefore, please ensure that you provide current contact details. Any post offered will be subject to a satisfactory DBS and 2 satisfactory references.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £24,785.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to work both night shifts to cover sickness and annual leave?
Experience:
- Support Worker in the UK: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- DBS Certificate / On update system (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Northampton, Northamptonshire (preferred)
Work Location: In person
