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Job Summary
Job Title: Female Support Worker*
Reference: 036071
Location: Dalneigh & Kinmylies area, Inverness
Hours: Full time, part time & Relief
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £9.50 per hour - inclusive of Scottish Living Wage
Contact: Scott Harkness - 07725 823436
Driver: Full UK driving licence, is desired not essential
Information: This role is shift work
This post requires the post holder to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 unless clinically exempt.
Who are Thera Group?
Thera Group are a charity that support people with a learning disability in the community.
We want to demonstrate that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
We have recently achieved Skills for Care endorsement which is a mark of quality in recognition of the learning and development you will receive. This is evidence that our training provision makes a significant difference to our workforce and the people we support.
What does a Support Worker do?
The role of a Support Worker is to ensure the people we work with are safe, happy and lead fulfilling lives.
Supporting someone with a learning disability isn’t just personal care; it’s so much more.
A Support Worker could be taking people supported swimming, going out on shopping trips, days out, visiting social clubs or trips to the beach.
They could support with day to day necessities such as cooking, helping to administer the right medication, personal care, and actively seek to introduce new choices.
What experience do I need?
You don’t need to have worked in supported living before to be a good Support Worker.
If you are caring, kind and want to work in a job that is genuinely rewarding, this is for you.
Ideally you will already hold an SVQ or equivalent Social Care Qualification, or have the willingness to undertake.
You’ll need to have great communication skills and be comfortable making decisions.
A basic level of English and Math is also required.
You must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts as required.
Experience with challenging behaviours and mental health is desirable.
What are the Benefits?
• 25 days holiday + 9 days bank holiday (pro rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Continuous on the job training is provided
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Occupational Maternity Pay
• SVQ Funding
• PVG paid for by Thera
• Career progression
We also offer an employee benefits scheme, which includes:
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts
If you are having trouble accessing our Careers page, or require assistance with your application please call Zoe Martini on 07548 091776
We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. Apply now to avoid disappointment
*We are an equal opportunities recruiter, however Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 Paragraph 1, Schedule 9
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