Support Worker - Welton Nr Lincoln - Learning Disabilities
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Support Workers Required for Full Time & Part Time ContractsJoin our community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and emboldening people with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs.Lifeways - Specialist Support Services serving your local communityAre you looking for a career that transforms lives for the better? Do you have a passion to make a real impact in your local community? Lifeways offer genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications. We are the UK's largest supported living healthcare provider and have been proudly supporting communities since 1995* Part Time shifts available between 7am and 10pm Mon - Sun* 37.5hrs Full time.* Sleepovers included* Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications that are funded by Lifeways.* Free DBS check* Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Lifeways Rewards* Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support* Blue Light Card.Here at Lifeways in Welton, we are looking for Support Workers to join our fantastic team. Ideally you will have previous experience in a Care / Support Work. However, if you are new to the role and have a passion for helping others to lead their most independent lives then Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing support to enable you to enjoy a rewarding career with us.Our Supported Living service in Welton, provide life-changing support for an adult who is in his thirties who requires care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will be working as part of a team of support staff working on a shift pattern rota basisYou will also be required to provide personal care support to our male service user - experience of this is desirable but not essential.The person we support is non verbal and relies on the support team to communicate with him in a way that he understands.You will need to be vigilant, calm, caring and patient at all times when supporting him at his home and out in the community.The person we support has a variety of activities he enjoys out in the community, at his Day Centre, and with his family who live close by.You will need to possess excellent communication skills and be able to confidently and professionally liaise with his family and other members of his core team to ensure you support him effectively.A driver is preferred for this position to be able to drive the person's Motability car.You will be supported throughout your time with our company by our friendly and supportive staff and management, and will receive additional training tailored to the needs of the customer(s) you support. Creating that bond and helping someone to lead a more independent life is the most empowering thing I've ever done. Liam, Support worker at Lifeways.LWGCE