Join Diverse Abilities Supported Living Team and help adults with disabilities live independent, fulfilling lives. No two days are the same - you will support with daily routines, social activities and personal care. Whether you are experienced or brand new to care, we'll give you full training, great benefits, and the chance to build a rewarding career.
Hourly Rate : £13.00 per hour, £50 per sleep-in
Location: Bournemouth/Poole
Hours Available : Full-time
Specific hours to be discussed at interview. You will be required to work alternate weekends.
**Drivers preferred but not essential , You do not need your own vehicle **
Diverse Abilities are looking for Personal Support Assistants to support individuals in their homes to live their lives to the full.
We believe exceptional support starts with exceptional people, who have a fun outlook on life and can think outside the box.
You will deliver practical, physical, social, and emotional support to individuals.
This isn't your average job- it is a chance to do something truly meaningful every day.
What you will be doing
As a Personal Support Assistant, you'll be supporting adults with disabilities in their own homes, helping them to live as independently and confidently as possible. Every day is different- one day you might be supporting with cooking a new recipe or attending local events, the next you could be offering emotional support or taking part in an outdoor activity.
( please see our website for a full Job Description, https://diverseabilities.org.uk/current-vacancies)
- You will support with personal care (regulated activity) , emotional support and practical support
- Help with day-to-day activities, including cooking and cleaning
- Provide encouragement to enjoy social activities and community engagement
- Be a caring and respectful presence in someone's life
What we are looking for
- Kind, caring and reliable individual
- Fun and patient, with a good sense of humour
- Passionate about helping others to live their lives to the fullest
- You do not need experience, just the willingness to learn and we will support you to complete a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, giving you the confidence to thrive in your role.
What do we offer you?
- Overtime available
- £50 per sleep in
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Commitment to support your continuous development
- Cycle to work scheme
- Blue Light Card Scheme – offering discounts to shop, restaurants etc..
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Refer a friend scheme – up to £250 per successful referral
- Fun company events and team celebrations
Commitment to safeguarding
Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- This role will involve lone working. Are you comfortable with this ? Do you have any experience lone working ?
- This role involves personal care which includes supporting someone to access the toilet and be clean afterwards, supporting to shower someone and help them wash themselves. Are you comfortable with this ?
- Do you require sponsorship? ( Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time )
Licence/Certification:
- UK Manual Driving License (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
