Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Are you ready to make a real difference in someones life?
Were looking for a caring and reliableSupport Worker to join our Dorset Outreach team in Shaftesbury, Dorset.Youll besupportingtwo adults with autism and learning disabilities to live safely and happily in their own home and out in the community.This is a 2:1supportpackage for each person, delivered by a small consistent team, where your relationship with the people yousupportreally matters.
About the people youll be supporting:
Both individuals have unique personalities, strong preferences, and communicate in their own way using hand signs, PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), and gestures.Understandinghow they communicate is key tosupportingthem well.
Both individuals aresupportedseparately during the day and enjoy different routines and activities. They bothsharea goal to grow in confidence andconnectwith their community. Some of the outings they enjoy include trips to the cinema, a swim, a walk, bowling, or a meal out.
Your role will be to help them continue to build on that progress.You will besupportingthem to try new activities, develop skills, and eventually explore things like social groups or clubs so that they can build relationships with likeminded individuals. You'll be a key part of helping them live fuller, more meaningful lives.
They thrive whensupportedby calm,confidentstaff who are patient and consistent.
Where youll be working:
Shaftesbury, Dorset
They live in asharedhome where they each receive 2:1support.You'll be working as part of a busy andcollaborative team whosupport both individuals separately throughout the day.Vehicles are provided for community access, which means every shift must include a driver and a non-driver. You will not need to use your own car.
What youll get with Agincare:
- £13.00 per hour
- Refer a friend bonus earn up to £500
- Career development opportunities
- Fully funded training and apprenticeships
- Blue Light Card (discounts in shops and restaurants)
- Company pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
What we need from you:
- Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs is desirable, but not essential
- A calm and patient approach
- Willingness to learn and be part of a small trusted team
- Ability to follow detailed support plans and communication strategies
- Full UK driving licence is desirable, but not essential for some roles (driver and non-driver required per shift vehicles provided)
What your role will include:
- Supporting them to build trust and confidence
- Encouraging them to do things they enjoy, like going to the cinema, swimming, walks, bowling and meals out
- Helping them feel safe and comfortable
- Communicating clearly and consistently using the methods that work for them
- Supporting with personal care, meals and daily routines
- Recording what happens in your shifts and raising any concerns to your line manager
- Helping them try new activities, explore social opportunities, and grow in independence
About Agincare
Were a family-run business thats been caring andsupportingpeople since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes,supported living properties and live-in offices.
Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and arecommittedtosupportingcare leavers to liveindependently.We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.
All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.
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