Support Worker
Do you want the next stage of your career at a successful growing organisation?
Could you mentor a team whilst supporting people with learning disabilities?
Being a support worker takes bravery, patience and commitment. But working with people gives so much more in return.
Support Worker Requirements:
• Be able to complete sleep in shifts (usually running 10pm – 8am)
• Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• Willingness to learn and undergo specialist training
• Striving for the best possible care for the people we support
• Supporting adults with learning difficulties and mental health issues to live an independent life on a day to day basis.
• Driving licence and vehicle to use will be advantages and salary offers will reflect this.
About the organisation:
Our client feels partnership working with the people they support is vital to their philosophy and the way they work. Independence, choice and positive risk taking are key to giving individuals the opportunity to develop in all areas of their lives. All people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect and given the opportunity to progress.
Location: Reading
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Flexible, 20 to 40 hours per week
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: They provide paid, comprehensive induction training so experience is not essential. They have great opportunities for career development with their personal development plans. Care Certificate Training Regular Team Meetings. Flexible working hours An opportunity to work for an expanding, forward thinking company Fully funded DBS Employer Pension Contribution Competitive pay rates – they regularly review regional and competitor pay rates to ensure they're offering the best incentives to work with them 28 days annual leave for full time, plus one additional day for each year of service. Bonuses Fully Funded Qualifications Employee Assistance Program Employee benefits scheme (discounts in many stores!) Their ideal candidate will be a flexible and compassionate individual, looking for a career in care and able to demonstrate a passion for the role. Previous care experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be provided. Our client believes in nurturing their exceptional team and supporting their staff to develop their career in social care.
You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Care Assistant, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.
Ref: 93447
Operations Director - Learning Disabilities
Are you an innovative and effective Senior Operational Leader in the Health or Social Care Sector with a proven record of making a positive contribution to the lives of people with a learning disability and/or autism? If so we want to hear from you!
Operations Director Responsibilities:
• Support the delivery of effective and efficient personalised services for people with a learning disability or autism.
• Involve the people we support and their families in developing and shaping new and existing services using the principles of co-production.
• Ensure that people we support and their families are treated with respect, dignity and equality.
• Act as the appointing officer up to and including Head of Operations level.
• Be responsible for Disciplinary and Appeal hearings for staff up to and including Director and Head of Operations level.
Operations Director Requirements:
• Demonstrate strong and visible leadership to ensure their day-to-day delivery reflects the common value base of the organisation
• Effectively manage and develop Heads of Operations and Area Managers, ensuring all quality and compliance standards are met
• Drive forward commercial plans for growth and development
• Develop productive relationships with all stakeholders including people supported by their organisation and their families
• Have substantial operations and commercial acumen
• Have regulatory sector knowledge and experience within Social Care for England and Wales
• Develop opportunities for collaborative and partnership working and in particular with other providers including housing providers
• Understand the changing commissioning landscape and make recommendations for their role to the Trustees
About the company
Our client was established in 1966 by the parents of a child with a learning disability. Their values and DNA are as important today as they were to their founders.
For further information please download the recruitment pack attached to this advertisement on their website.
Location: North with national travel, including to their Central Head Office in Milton Keynes
Hours: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: Monday 20 July 2020 at 12 noon
First stage interview dates will take place week commencing 27 July 2020 (based on current Government advice this may be by Zoom)
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Therefore they work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining.
NO AGENCIES, THANK YOU. Our client is not responsible for any introduction fees related to unsolicited CVs.
You may have experience of the following: Operations Director, Operations Manager, Adult Services, Social Worker, Social Work, Social Care, Care Manager, Service Delivery Manager, Social Care, Customer Service, Healthcare, Social Care Manager, Charity, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, Third Sector, etc.
Ref: 93325