Female Support Worker

Female Support Worker
Location: Shrewsbury (SY3) – Bicton Heath area
Pay rate: £11.55 + £45 per sleep in
Full time, Part time, & Relief hours available

Dimensions is an award winning, life changing, not-for-profit charity which promotes independence for every individual. We pride ourselves on being a values-based employer and if you are looking for a career in care – there couldn’t be anything more rewarding. 

Exciting news awaits in the Bicton area, as we prepare to welcome a young lady in her early 20’s into her New Home within a learning disabilities community! She has autism and is embarking on a journey towards independence, and we are looking for compassionate Female Support Workers to join us in supporting her every step of the way. Your role will be to assist her with daily living skills, from meal preparation to household chores, empowering her to live life on her terms.

But it doesn't stop there. This spirited young lady has passions and dreams to pursue. She's eager to attend theatre group, nurture her love for music, and maintain strong connections with her cherished family. And let's not forget Neville, her faithful cockapoo companion, whom she has trained herself to provide emotional support! If you share her enthusiasm for music and adore small dogs, you might just be the perfect fit.

In this role, there is no there's no personal care or medication support needed. The lovely lady we support is equipped with the skills and confidence to manage these aspects of her life independently, just as she chooses.

So, if you're ready to be part of something truly extraordinary, join us at Dimensions and be the guiding light in someone's journey to independence and fulfilment. Your compassion, dedication, and zest for life will make all the difference. Plus, rest assured, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact while supporting her independently (lone working).

What shifts are available?

• 7.30-15.00 / 15.00-22.30 + sleep-in (sleep-ins are a requirement)
• Shifts are designed to accommodate your lifestyle - with options for short shifts, long days if preferable, weekends, and everything in between.

Your rewards

• A full list of rewards can be found in the job description attached including our Driving Scheme where Dimensions can cover some of the costs of learning to drive, for eligible colleagues.

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• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
• As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
• 'Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010'

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