Support Worker
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The Vacancy
Support Workers – Full Time & Waking Night Opportunities
Location: Market Weighton
Employer: The Wilf Ward Family Trust
Vacancies available:
- 2 x Full-Time Support Workers – 35 hours per week
- 1 x Part-Time Waking Night Support Worker – 20 hours per week
Make a Difference Every Day!
Are you a caring, patient and positive person who wants to make a real difference to people's lives?
The Wilf Ward Family Trust is looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our friendly teams in Market Weighton, supporting people with learning disabilities and additional support needs to live fulfilling, happy and independent lives in their own homes.
We have opportunities across two different services, offering rewarding roles where kindness, respect, teamwork and a good sense of humour are at the heart of everything we do.
Full-Time Support Worker – 35 Hours per Week
About the Service
This welcoming four-bedroom detached home is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in Market Weighton. It provides a comfortable and homely environment, with shared living and dining areas, a conservatory, kitchen and a large rear garden where the gentlemen enjoy gardening and growing their own tomatoes.
The team provides support 24 hours a day, helping three gentlemen enjoy everyday life, make choices and maintain their independence. Each person has individual needs, routines and interests, so our approach is always person-centred.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you'll help the gentlemen with everyday activities, encourage their independence and support them to enjoy meaningful lives in their own home and local community.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting daily living tasks, including cooking, cleaning, shopping and preparing meals.
- Assisting with personal care, medication and healthcare appointments where required.
- Supporting individuals to manage their finances and make informed choices.
- Encouraging hobbies, social activities and involvement in the local community.
- Promoting independence, dignity, choice and personal development.
- Building positive, trusting relationships and providing emotional support.
- Following individual support plans and maintaining a safe, comfortable home.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high-quality, person-centred support.
Working hours: 35 hours per week, including early, late and weekend shifts. Staff are expected to work at least every other weekend, with some flexibility required to cover annual leave and sickness.
Waking Night Support Worker – 20 Hours per Week
About the Service
Situated in the village of Market Weighton, just outside the hustle and bustle of the town centre, this welcoming home supports three gentlemen with varying degrees of learning disabilities, autism and physical disabilities. All three gentlemen are non-verbal, so understanding their individual communication styles and recognising their needs and preferences is an important part of providing person-centred support.
The gentlemen enjoy a variety of meaningful activities both at home and in their local community. These include arts and crafts, helping with cooking and keeping their home clean and tidy. When out and about, they enjoy swimming, bowling, meals out and trips to the cinema.
The team also plays an important role in supporting the gentlemen's health and wellbeing, including healthy eating, medication and healthcare appointments.
About the Role
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will play an important role in ensuring the gentlemen are safe, comfortable and well supported throughout the night.
You will need to be caring, patient and observant, recognising individual communication styles and responding to people's needs. You will help maintain a calm and reassuring home environment, follow individual support plans and provide support with night-time routines and personal care where required.
Essential Requirements
For both opportunities, we are looking for people who have:
- A caring, patient and positive attitude.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to promoting dignity, choice and independence.
- A willingness to undertake training and ongoing professional development.
A full, valid UK driving licence is essential for the full-time Support Worker position.
Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.
What We Offer
At The Wilf Ward Family Trust, we want our Support Workers to feel valued and supported. Benefits include:
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Fully funded, nationally recognised training and qualifications.
- Access to our rewards platform and Blue Light Card Scheme.
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Pension scheme, where eligible.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- The opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine difference.
Join Our Team!
Whether you're looking for a full-time Support Worker position or a part-time waking night opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're passionate about supporting others, enjoy being part of a friendly team and want a role where your contribution truly matters, come and join The Wilf Ward Family Trust!
Make a difference. Support independence. Change lives.
We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. Please be aware it’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record: When you need to tell someone about your criminal record - GOV.UK
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About Us
Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.
The Benefits
Benefits
At The Wilf Ward Family Trust, we believe in the importance of recognising and appreciating the dedication of our team members. As part of our commitment to supporting your well-being and professional growth, we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits. These benefits are designed to enhance your work-life balance, provide financial security, and nurture your personal and career development. We are proud to invest in our team and prioritise your overall satisfaction and success.
Clear career pathways
Up to 33 days holiday
Pension scheme
recognised qualifications
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