Support Worker - Portswood

D011159
£9.01 Per Hour
Southampton
England, Hampshire, South East England
Permanent
Closing Date: June 22, 2021
Support Worker - Portswood

Support Worker / Care Assistant 
Southampton / Portswood area 
Full time and part time 
Full drivers licence preferred 

Dimensions began supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs out of institutions, helping them lead ordinary lives in their local communities. You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return, we’ll help you on your career path to be the best you can be.

This role will involve supporting 8 individuals in supported living flats in Spring Crescent, 1 female and 6 males with varying degrees of learning disability. 
We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, able to encourage, support and teach the people we support to do their housework, including cleaning and laundry, whilst support to shop for things they wish to buy including their clothes and food, and to prepare their meals as required. You will also teach people to maintain personal and intimate care as required, such as dressing themselves, showering/bathing, using the toilet, etc.

Shift patterns can vary on a weekly bases and will include alternate weekends.
(7am - 3pm / 2pm - 10pm / long days and alternate weekends - no nights)

All training is provided to ensure you are fully equipped to carry out your role as Support worker.

The location is easily accessible by public transport and also has parking available. 

Please contact Nicky Eccleston on 07392871285 to find out more.

Dimensions can offer free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with a 24/7 helpline for advice – also available to family members and also a comprehensive wellbeing strategy and listening network.

Your rewards

  • Up to 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Free driving Lessons and your first practical and theory test paid for
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Employee perks to include discounted Cinema, shopping vouchers, holidays and days out
  • Employee Assistance helpline and support for yourself and family
  • Life Insurance pay out of 2 x your annual salary
  • Full comprehensive training scheme with opportunities to progress your career with qualifications that are nationally recognised

Apply now

If being a Support Worker sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. The attached job description, person specification and additional information will provide you with lots of information on the role and Dimensions. To apply it couldn’t be simpler - just click on the button below to complete the application process.

Or If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail, please call Nicky Eccleston on 07392871285.

  • Dimensions are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support 
  • An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.  The organisation simply wants everyone to be fairly considered, based on merit, before all checks and risk assessments are made, so don’t be put off, apply and complete the relevant sections and discuss your personal situation confidentially at interview with the hiring manager. The information disclosed will be treated in confidence.
  • Candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity and eligibility to work in the UK.
  • We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce
  • As users of the disability confident scheme, 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
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