Support Worker - Poole, United Kingdom - Diverse Abilities
Description
Diverse Abilities is Dorset's disability charity supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the county since 1955.
The Beehive is our day activity and therapy centre with a lively and sociable setting for adults with disabilities.
We are looking to recruit a full time support workers to join the team at The Beehive, our adults' day therapy and activity centre.
- Provide excellent support and care to people day to day.
- Support and encourage people to take part in new things which can help develop confidence and enable them to reach their full potential.
- Support people with every aspect of their personal care.
- Drive the organisation's vehicles and act as an escort when required.
- When appropriately trained, administer medication in line with Diverse Abilities' policy.
- Provide a clear record of the day's activity with/for the person you've supported.
- Work to The Beehive Centre' policies and procedures.
- Participate in regular support and supervision.
What we offer:
Blue Light Card - home of a range of official discounts from large national retailers to local businesses in a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and much more
Contributory company pension scheme through auto enrolment
A comprehensive 24-week for induction programme, including all mandatory paid training courses.
This position requires an Enhanced DBS Check which will be conducted free of charge.
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Full UK Manual Driving license is essential for the role_
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Salary - £11.04 per hour_
- **Working Hours
- 8.50am to 4.20pm ( 20 minute unpaid break)**_
Salary:
£11.04 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Onsite parking
- Sick pay
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Physical setting:
- Day centre
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Poole: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship? ( Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship at this time)
Experience:
- Driving: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- UK, Manual Driving License (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location:
In person
Application deadline: 01/12/2023
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