Bank Support Worker

Are you looking for a rewarding career where no two days are the same?

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults?

Lexrae Support is a leading provider of supported living care services dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with diverse needs, including autism, learning disabilities, mental health and challenging behaviour. We are committed to providing compassionate, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and empowerment, allowing those we support to reach their potential and lead a fulfilled life.

We are seeking proactive, passionate and experienced bank staff who are committed to making a difference to someone's life.

You will be working with adults with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours which may be challenging. You will be working actively as part of our dedicated support team, focusing on our service user's direct needs, promoting independence and supporting decisions about their future development and progression. You will be encouraging a fun, fulfilling lifestyle and allowing the service user to explore their community.

At Lexrae Support, you will be provided with specific training to develop your knowledge and skills. We also have amazing career progression opportunities if you aspire to forge a career in care.

Our shift patterns are 08:00-15:00, 15:00-22:00 and 22:00-08:00.

Responsibilities

Support clients day-to-day to be able to live a full and independent life
Driving or supporting clients to access public transport to appointments and to activities stated in their support plans
Organise day trips for service users to enjoy
Act as an advocate and key worker as and when required
Dispense medication / support clients with taking of medication
Support the service user in line with their care plans
Working positively with other staff within the team
Support the clients to keep a tidy home and encourage hygiene and cleanliness
Encourage clients to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle
Where appropriate, support the involvement of families, friends, social workers etc
Complete all administration work as required
Work within and implement our policies and procedures, including confidentiality and safeguarding

Skills

Strong-minded
Being proactive
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Ability to lead by example
Ability to communicate effectively in a verbal and written fashion
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Benefits

Starting from £11.44 per hour
Paid mileage
Career development opportunities
Employee benefits
Pension
Contracted employment
Accrue annual leave based on what you have worked
And much more!

Ideally, you will have some experience or have gained your Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, however, we will also recruit staff with no experience as long as you show passion and the values a support worker requires to work in care. There are also opportunities to gain qualifications throughout your time with us.

Although driving licences are not essential, please note that applicants with full UK driving licences are preferred to meet the needs of our clients.

Please note that we will not be offering sponsorships.

Job Types: Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: From £12.21 per hour

Benefits:
Casual dress
Free parking
On-site parking
Referral programme
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Every weekend
Monday to Friday
Night shift
Weekends only

Application question(s):
Do you have the right to work in the UK?
Do you need a sponsorship to work in the UK?

Experience:
Supported Living: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road