Your new company
Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. This organisation values respect, enablement, and safeguarding, and is looking for compassionate individuals to help make a difference in the community.
Your new role
As a Community Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in assisting individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives. You will provide personal care, support for daily activities, and help individuals develop essential life skills.
- Work with a range of over 55s in a social setting.
- Work with a range of adults with additional learning and/or physical needs in a social/disco setting.- Work with a range of 5–11-year-olds in a play work setting.- Ensure all councils' Safeguarding and Health and Safety guidelines and Policies are adhered to in relation to all our clients and employees in our clubs.
- Work alongside a range of workers, volunteers and carers in ensuring a positive environment at all our clubs.
What you'll need to succeed
Communication
- Patience and empathy.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Capability to speak on behalf of others and communicate with a range of professionals.
- Strong communication skills are adaptable to various situations.
- Willingness to learn new methods of communication.
Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience:
- 1-year full-time youth/play work experience
- 3 years part-time play/youth work experience
- Youth work, play work, social care qualifications (desirable)
- Working with adults with additional needs is a distinct advantage.
- Working with older people is a distinct advantage.
What you'll get in return
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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