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Are you looking for a diverse role that is fun, stimulating and rewarding every day?

Here at Creative Support, we are seeking warm, reliable and proactive Relief Support Workers to join our friendly learning disability and autism support staff team in Ulverston, Cumbria.

You will be able to communicate positively with tenants, some of whom may be non-verbal.

Our service is located 10 minutes from Ulverston Train Station and we offer flexible shifts and permanent contracts. 12 months employed experience is essential for all of our Relief roles.

You will be paid on a weekly basis.

Your role will include:

• Support with personal care and meals
• Administering medication and lone working
• Encouraging service users to participate in activities in the local community

You will be required to work in a flexible relief based manner. This is a role which can be enjoyed by people who are committed to making a positive difference.

As a Creative Support Bank Staff member you will have access to our free app which allows you to pick up shifts in any area of the country and provides information on the service and shifts, including directions.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86533

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are also unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We are excited to welcome you to our Tower Hamlets extra care services as we strengthen our presence in the borough. We seek calm, resourceful Relief Support Workers who are highly motivated, hardworking, and eager to support older people at our Tower Hamlets services in a proactive and holistic manner. Your skills in positive communication and engagement, along with your ability to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for all service users, are essential. You will support individuals in maintaining mental, physical, and emotional well-being and empower them to be happy, healthy and successful in achieving their life goals, working alongside their circle of support.

Embracing all aspects of the Relief Support Worker role, you will provide support with personal care and domestic tasks, and help individuals access work, education, and social opportunities. We value the personal skills and interests you bring to the role and to the lives of the people we support at Tower Hamlets services, whether it be in sports and outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music or cooking.

Flexibility is required, as the role involves working on a roster basis including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. At least twelve months previous employed care experience is essential.

As a Relief Support Worker, you will have access to our free app, allowing you to pick up shifts nationwide and providing information on the service and shifts. You will be paid on a weekly basis.

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need of care and support and be part of a team dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86548

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are also unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We are recruiting Relief Support Workers for our Mental Health Care Service in Stretford. As a Relief Support Worker, your duties will include providing practical and emotional support to service users in accordance with their Personal Support Plans.

You will identify and access opportunities with service users to help them gain independence and confidence. Your role will also involve working with service users in a recovery-focused manner, ensuring alignment with their support and risk management plans. Additionally, you will collaborate with service users, their families, and involved professionals to deliver a consistent and coordinated service that maximises outcomes for the individuals in your care.

Twelve months experience of working with people with mental health needs is essential; additionally, you must have a warm personality and be able to work in a person-centred way. You are expected to be available to work flexibly to meet the needs of the Stretford service, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.

As a Creative Support Relief Support Worker staff member you will have access to our free app which allows you to pick up shifts Stretford and in any area of the country, provides information on the service and shifts as well as directions. You will be paid on a weekly basis.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86570

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We operate throughout the Greater Manchester area providing high quality and person centred care to a variety of individuals with support needs ranging from mental health, learning disabilities, complex needs and older adults with extra care requirements. Due to our wide network of care services, we are seeking to recruit Relief Support Workers in the area.

Our purpose built local staff team is both experienced and professional and we wish to build upon this with dedicated, warm and hard working individuals who can help us to provide the best level of personal and housing related support that we can to the individuals that we care for. Working with both the staff team and clients you will promote a focus on maintaining the independence and dignity of our service users and ensure that they live inclusive lives within the local community.

Committed to the welfare of others you will provide support to our clients on an emotional and practical level whilst supporting them with daily living needs such as personal care, household duties, medication, healthy living and engagement with the local community.

12 months previous experience is an essential requirement of this role and new starters within this position must attend mandatory induction courses before beginning shift work within our services which we will provide for you.

As a Creative Support Relief Support Worker staff member you will have access to our free app which allows you to pick up shifts in the Greater Manchester area any other area of the country, provides information on the service and shifts as well as directions. You will be paid on a weekly basis. Pay will vary depending on the service worked at.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86557

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are also unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We are seeking calm, resourceful, and energetic Relief Support Workers who are motivated and hardworking to join our team at Swanway, an independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead. This service houses individuals with learning disabilities and other support needs, such as autism, mental health needs, and physical disabilities. The service consists of 12 apartments with a shared outdoor space/gardens.

As a Relief Support Worker, you will support individuals in various activities they enjoy, including discos, swimming, and cinema outings. The ideal candidate will have skills in positive communication and engagement and demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support. You will also act as a Key Worker, helping individuals achieve their dreams and ambitions.

Your duties will include providing personal care, medication administration, developing warm and trusting relationships with service users, and carrying out general administrative duties and housing management tasks. You will be paid weekly.

A minimum of twelve months' experience supporting people with learning disabilities is essential. You must demonstrate a can-do approach, person-centred values, energy, and commitment, and be able to contribute to a positive team ethos.

Vacancy Reference Number: 89008

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Creative Support is seeking committed Waking Night Support Workers for an exciting opportunity to join our team under the Transforming Care Agenda using a Trauma Informed approach. The Intensive Support Service provides bespoke supported living services in the Bury/Heywood area of Greater Manchester to adults over the age of 18 with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex needs.

The service operates 24/7 using a trauma informed and case management model of care to provide support and opportunities for increased independence in the community for three adults. In your role as Waking Night Support Worker, you will support residents with shopping, cooking or baking, household tasks and meeting personal care needs, as well as meeting unique personal goals. You will be happy working in a consistent, predictable way, enjoying a calm and quiet environment that meets each individual service user’s needs.

Experience of working in the care sector is desirable but not essential, as we will provide all training necessary for the role. Staff members recruited will initially be required to work dynamically between the Registered Office, service and current care provision to ensure service users experience a well-planned transition into their new home.

Vacancy Reference Number: 89007

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Creative Support is looking for a warm, reliable and proactive Relief Support Worker to join our friendly and passionate staff team in Accrington, Lancashire.

We provide quality care and support to residents with a range of support needs, primarily learning disabilities. No two days will be the same at this service as we support our service users to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including: movie nights, gardening, board games, arts and crafts and many more!

Your role will include:

- Providing personal care, administering medication and helping with other domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning,

- Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities,

- Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and their families enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest,

- You will be paid on a weekly basis.

This is a Relief Support Worker position which enables you to pick up shifts at a time that suits you, which is ideal for fitting around personal commitments, study or caring responsibilities.

Twelve months minimum of previous experience within a care role is an essential requirement for this relief based role, successful applicants must attend mandatory induction training courses to begin this role.

Vacancy Reference Number: 82928

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

We are looking for warm, flexible and compassionate Relief Support Workers to join our Supported Living service in the centre of Rugeley, Staffordshire. Our service provides varying levels of care to 14 individuals with a range of support needs which can include learning disabilities. Some of the individuals require personal care, help taking medication and with other day to day tasks. Others are more independent and enjoy going out into the community alone.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about enabling and encouraging our service users to enjoy a fulfilling and valued life, and to develop their abilities to the fullest. Shifts will often be worked in teams of 3 to 4 staff members ensuring quality person-centred support to all of our service users.

Relief Support Worker Duties:

- Flexible working hours to include daytimes, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins

- Assisting with day-to-day living duties such as budgeting, shopping and supporting with medication and any personal care that may be required

- You will collaborate with service users, families, carers, and involved professionals to provide a coordinated and consistent service that maximises outcomes for service users

- Be responsive to the needs of service users in line with Person Centred Plans and respond flexibly to changing needs

- Encourage and support service users in expressing needs, views and concerns, enabling them to make their own choices and decisions

A minimum of twelve months' care experience is essential. While a relevant professional qualification is desirable, it’s crucial that you are warm and able to work in a person-centred manner.

As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you'll have access to our SONA app, which allows you to pick up shifts anywhere in the country and provides information on services and shifts, as well as directions.

Vacancy Reference Number: 89000

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

We are looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to join the team as a Senior Support Worker in our Doncaster Supported Living Services.

Our services in Doncaster, South Yorkshire provide excellent care and support to individuals with a range of support needs, including learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. As a Senior Support Worker, you will work alongside the Team Leader to assist with the coordination and delivery of high-quality outcome-focused, person centred support to tenants. You will be positive about supporting people to increase their independence and ensure that they are at the centre of all decisions made about their lives. 

Your role will include:

- Developing and leading the team to enable the tenants to have a high quality of life, and to be important and valued members of the local community

- Be responsible for ensuring personal, practical, emotional and social support is delivered at all times

- Assisting our Team Leaders and Registered Manager in ensuring all residents receive the highest quality and care and support

Your full-time hours will be worked flexibly according to the needs of the service including daytimes, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

At least two years’ experience in providing care and support to people with a range of complex support needs is essential for this role. As Senior Support Worker, compassion, motivation, diligence and an ability to empathise with individuals is also essential.

You must be warm, well organised, and conscientious and demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required. 

Vacancy Reference Number: 87369

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. ‘Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement – Equality Act 2010’

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Support Worker, with the commitment and positive attitude to work alongside a Project Manager to support and supervise a dedicated staff team and deliver high quality support to adults in supported living settings at our Durham Services

You will provide personalised, practical, emotional and social support to adults enabling them to lead the lives they want to live.

You will have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos. You will be well organised and able to deploy staff reliably and effectively to meet the needs and preferences of the people we support.

You must be willing to actively embrace all aspects of the role including support with personal care and domestic tasks as well as community activities such as walking, accessing local disco, visiting museums, and places of interest.  The ability to support people who can express their needs though challenging behaviour at times is essential.  Prior experience in this field of work is beneficial, although not a substitute for an engaging, creative and person centred approach. We will value the personal skills and interests you bring to the role and to the lives of the service users.

Your role will include:

• Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities both within and outside their homes,
• Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and their families enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest

Full time hours and part time hours available and a willingness to work sleep in’s, shift patterns cover early, mid and late shifts.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86530

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our person centred supported living service in Morecambe for adults with learning disabilities.

Candidates need to be honest, trustworthy and work in a person centred way, respecting the individuals they support and assisting them to meet their goals in life. Our Senior Support Workers should also strive to be the best that they can be and should take pride in their work. You will be responsible for providing respectful personal care, practical and emotional support, whilst helping to ensure service users are able to enjoy valued fulfilling lifestyles.

You will be positive and flexible in your role, accepting leadership from our supportive management team who will assist you in developing your ongoing career in social care. We have a range of courses available through our Training Department to further your professional development.

Vacancy Reference Number: 86566

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas

We are looking for compassionate individuals to join our dedicated supported living team. If you would like a rewarding role supporting individuals who have learning disabilities and autism to achieve their life goals and join the local community then we would love to hear from you.

Your Support Worker role would include:

- Supporting service users inside their home and in the Hartlepool community

- Supporting service users to retain their independence

- Engaging in activities with the tenants using both verbal and non-verbal communication

- Collaborating with service users, family members and other involved professionals to provide excellent person-centred care for service users

- Working as part of a team and independently across our supported living services

- Administering medication, providing respectful personal care and helping service users retain their dignity at all times

- Some service administration tasks which will require basic computer knowledge

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Experience of working with people who have learning disabilities and/or autism is beneficial but not essential for this Support Worker role as you will be provided with full training for the role, with excellent staff teams that support each other across the Hartlepool services. A car driver is preferred for this role but not essential as the services are located within walking distance of each other and are on a good bus route.

You will be supporting service users in their own homes. Our service users enjoy a variety of activities, such as going for drives, movie nights and going to the pub! You will support our service users to access the community, maintain housework and live an enjoyable and independent life.

Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement – Equality Act 2010

Vacancy Reference Number: 87343

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, respectful, and person centred care and support to individuals in Newbury, Berkshire? Creative Support are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker and lead a passionate and friendly team of staff to support individuals living in their own homes.

Our service in Newbury, Berkshire provides excellent care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. As Senior Support Worker, you will work alongside the Team Leader to assist with the coordination and delivery of high-quality outcome-focused, person centred support to tenants. You will be positive about supporting people to increase their independence and ensure that they are at the centre of all decisions made about their lives. 

Your role will include:

· Developing and leading the team to enable the tenants to have a high quality of life, and to be important and valued members of the local community

· Be responsible for ensuring personal, practical, emotional and social support is delivered at all times

· Assisting our Team Leaders and Registered manager in ensuring all residents receive the highest quality and care and support

At least two years’ experience in providing care and support to people with a range of complex support needs is essential for this role. As Senior Support Worker, compassion, motivation, diligence and an ability to empathise with individuals is also essential.

You must be warm, well organised, and conscientious and demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required.

Vacancy Reference Number: 87347

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Mental Health Service in Hammersmith and Fulham.

£28,808.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:

Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

For a full job description, please visit our website.

Look Ahead's Hammersmith & Fulham Mental Health Service is a Mental Health supported accommodation which is a pathway service for people to work towards their independence. There are 3 buildings in the cluster, all of them are lone-working.

As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting our residents to help them to enhance life skills and increase independence and manage their health. This also includes tenancy management and other life skills.

Support Workers in the service work across all 3 projects in Hammersmith and Fulham; working with customers with varying levels of support needs. Many of the customers have complex needs including dual diagnosis and Support Workers are expected to liaise with other agencies within the borough to best support customers. Support Workers are expected to support customers on their journey to independence in a person-centred, non-judgemental way, whilst adhering to the Look Ahead core values.

The shift schedule covers Monday to Sunday, working five days each week on a rolling rota that combines weekdays and weekends. Over a five-week period, there are two complete weekends off.

What you'll bring:

Essential:

NVQ Level 2/3 or transferable skills in customer centred roles

Desirable:

Experience working in mental health sector
Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.