Location:
Nine Mile Ride, Crowthorne RG45
Type:
Permanent, Full-Time
Salary (£):
£12.50 per hour
Overtime Rate: £13.75 per hour
Bank Holiday Rate: £18.75 per hour
About Norwood:
Norwood is a prominent social care charity in the UK, providing tailored support to adults with learning disabilities and autism. Their mission is to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives through comprehensive care, career progression opportunities, and a strong community focus.
Job Details
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.50, with enhanced overtime and bank holiday rates.
- Fully paid induction for new employees.
- Workplace pension scheme to secure your financial future.
- 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Access to NVQ Level 2-5 Health & Social Care qualifications.
- Career progression pathways for your professional growth.
- Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.
- £300 bonus for introducing a friend.
- Free eye tests and eyewear allowance.
- Access to the ‘Blue Light’ discount scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Requirements:
- Must hold a clean UK driving license for a minimum of 2 years.
- Experience in driving is essential.
- Passionate about working with individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
- Ability to assist with personal care and administer medication if required.
Salary Details:
Hourly Pay Rate: £12.50
Overtime: £13.75 per hour
Bank Holiday Rate: £18.75 per hour
About the Role:
As a Support Worker at Norwood, you will be instrumental in empowering adults with learning disabilities and autism. Your role involves day-to-day guidance, encouraging personal development through hobbies, and supporting essential life skills like budgeting, shopping, and managing bills. You will also assist with personal care, medication administration, and household tasks, all while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Guide and support individuals in daily activities.
- Encourage personal skill development through hobbies and interests.
- Accompany individuals to routine appointments.
- Teach life skills such as budgeting, shopping, and paying bills.
- Assist with personal care and medication administration.
- Support in household tasks like cleaning and cooking.
- Drive the home car to appointments and outings.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Norwood celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. They actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, faiths, and genders.
Apply Now:
Interested candidates can apply by pressing the “APPLY HERE” button or contact the recruitment team at 0203 880 1395 for more information.
