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Support Worker

£12.87 - £14.03 per hour
Full-time

Support Worker (Young Adults) - Permanent Role

Salary: £12.87 - £14.03 per hour (dependent on competency & qualifications)
Bonus: £1,500 welcome bonus*
Location: Residential Home (Cambridge area)
⏰ Hours: 40 hours per week (part-time available, minimum 24 hours)
Training: Full training provided + funded Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care after probation

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly rated, specialist residential setting (CQC Outstanding) supporting young adults with severe and profound learning difficulties and complex health needs.

Set within 14 acres of beautiful grounds, this service provides a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where young adults are empowered to develop independence and transition into adulthood.

Facilities include:
✨ Sensory gardens
✨ Hydrotherapy pool
✨ Skills centre & enterprise opportunities
✨ Forestry school
✨ Dedicated art & music spaces

As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of young adults by providing both practical and emotional support.

Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with personal care (toileting, dressing, hygiene, and appearance)
- Supporting health and medical needs
- Helping in therapies such as hydrotherapy and rebound therapy
- Encouraging independence and choice in daily activities
- Supporting activities like:

Shopping trips ️
Outdoor and forestry sessions
Creative activities
Social outings (yes-even trips to the pub!) ️

- Shopping trips ️
- Outdoor and forestry sessions
- Creative activities
- Social outings (yes-even trips to the pub!) ️

Every day is different, and flexibility is key - you'll be part of a team that adapts to meet individual needs.

We're seeking compassionate, resilient individuals who:
- Have a genuine passion for helping others
- Are willing to learn and go the extra mile
- Have strong communication skills and patience
- Are positive, resilient, and adaptable
- Can think creatively to meet individual needs
- Can work a rota, including every other weekend

This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding role where you can truly make a difference. You'll build meaningful relationships and support young adults in achieving greater independence and quality of life.
- All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks
- This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974


*Welcome bonus paid in two instalments: 50% after successful probation and 50% after one year of service.


If you're ready to start a rewarding career with real progression, we'd love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Vacancy posted 13 days ago
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