Support Worker Vacancies
Castle Cary
Various day and night hours available

M is a 32 year old man with a learning disability and health needs. He lives in his own home in Castle Carey, supported by a dedicated team. M is looking for someone who can support him at home.

M likes:

• To go out and meet people and play skittles or pool.
• Days out, visiting National Trust places and other tourist attractions
• Trips to the cinema or theatre.
• Going out for meals
• Exercising to keep healthy and, most especially swimming

M is interested in:

• Nature, especially birds, cars, music and jigsaws
• Listening to music and watching DVDs, relaxing at home
• Using the computer

YOU FIRST WILL:

• Pay £10.75 - £12.00 an hour from the moment you start working with us, there is no probation rate
• Weekends are paid at £11.00 - £12.00 per hour
• We pay 30p per mile for every mile you travel, including commuting miles
• Sleep In duties are paid at £60.00
• Waking Night Duties are paid £99.00 - £105.00 per night
• We offer permanent, full time, part time and casual contracts and you can choose what works best for you and your needs
• You will have a permanent contract that provides you with guaranteed regular hours
• You will have a full induction before commencing work and this will include person specific training and shadow supports
• Each team has a Slack (virtual message board) page when you can obtain feedback and support from fellow team members and managers
• We operate a 24-hour On Call facility, so you always have access to support in emergency situations
• We do not use Zero Hour Contracts
• We provide an occupational pension
• We have an Employee Assistance Programme meaning you and your family have access to free and confidential 24-hour counselling and support
• We meet the cost of your DBS check
• You will receive full training and bi-monthly supervision
• If you are new to social care, you will be supported through your Care Certificate in paid time
• You will have the option to study for a nationally recognised Diploma
• You will have your roster 4 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your life! Your roster will be in the form of an App
• You will need to be a car driver and able to work some evenings and weekends and also sleep in on a roster basis.

For more information, please call Nathalie John on 0300 111 9999