We’re hiring for a Support Worker in Penryn
You will support four people sharing their home together in Penryn. Your support will be centred around each person's values, having a range of interests, preferences, abilities and needs. As well as supporting people with their daily living and developing independence you could be enabling someone to do the things they enjoy and love. This could include a stroll through the woods, a cafe to try a new cake, a scenic drive, swimming, to watching fast cars.
Working in friendly teams you’ll be supported in your role from day one. All support workers work flexible shifts to provide a 24/7 service to the people we support. Visit our website for more information.
Benefits:
Sleep-ins paid at £60 extra (basic salary £10.50 - £10.73 p/h)
Full training to gain the nationally recognised Care Certificate.
On-going training and career development including professional qualifications
Contributory Pension
We cover the cost of DBS checks
Rota's are planned in advance
Access to Wagestream where you can track your basic salary and additional hours earnings throughout the month and stream (access) a portion of those earnings before your monthly pay date. You can also access a range of financial support and advice, as well as save directly from your earnings.
Shopping discounts including Blue Light card, EE perks and Costco membership
Successfully 'recommend a friend' to join us and you'll receive a thank-you payment
Access to wellbeing helplines.
Health Cash Plan
Your responsibilities:
To empower the people we support to live the lives they want to lead
To develop daily living skills.
Support the people we support to access their communities for socialisation, employment, training or friendships
To contribute to, develop and implement the individuals care plans.
To communicate effectively and professionally with people we support, their family members, and external professionals.
Maintain the health needs of the individuals we support
A full manual driving licence is essential for this role
About Brandon
Brandon exists to enable children, young people and adults with a learning disability, autism, or both, to live life in the way they choose. We provide high-quality, individualised support to around 1,600 people and have a staff team of over 2,000. Operating across southern England and London, support is provided by a widely dispersed workforce, including public spaces and the homes of the people we support.