Job Description

Do you like to connect with people, make a difference and do the right thing?

Somerset Care is an award-winning not-for-profit care provider across the South West. When people think about care, they think of the Somerset Care Group.

Realise

is Somerset Care Group's specialist learning disabilities service who have been recognised for the work we do, including silver winners in the Outstanding Care Awards, and finalists in the Laing Buisson awards.

We are also only one of four providers in the country to achieve national recognition for our work with people that are part of the Transforming Care agenda.

Realise

provides tailored support for people who may be living with their family, living in their own accommodation or to those who wish to progress to more independent living.

We are proud to state that we are a disability confident employer.

Everything we do at Somerset Care is underpinned by our four core values:

Connecting with people

Making a difference

Doing the right thing

Embracing change

By living these values, we ensure that we keep our commitment to delivering high-quality, tailored care to support and enrich the lives of our customers.

Join our Realise Team, part of the Somerset Care Group, in Highbridge and surrounding areas. our tailored service provides support to people within their own homes, out and about, with personal care, hobbies, or companionship.

Although no experience is required for this role, you will need to ensure you have:

A full valid driving licence and your own vehicle.

Knowledge of the Highbridge area and able to commute to Highbridge from your home location.

Right to work in the UK (unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship).

Available to work alternate weekends.

Experience in mental health and learning disabilities is desirable.

So, if you tick these boxes and are looking for a secure part-time or full-time job, you've got everything you need to start training as a Positive Behaviour Support Worker and continue your social care career.

A Positive Behaviour Support Worker is our most essential role and involves:

As a valued member of our team, Support Workers are key to helping us provide the support and care our clients deserve. Support Workers do more than a job, they change a life. You would be part of a team that provides high quality, person-centred care, tailored to the needs of each individual. You'll be working from care plans, supporting with day to day living tasks such as personal care, housekeeping, to emotional support, social interactions or accompanying those we support attend their appointments. By joining us as a Support Worker, you will help support the values of making a difference and doing the right thing, which makes this so much more than a just a job.

As a valued employee, you'll have access to a range of benefits:

Full company induction, ongoing training to gain Nationally recognised Health and Social Care qualifications plus the opportunity to start an Apprenticeship Full time opportunities Fixed term contract - 12 months - Maternity Cover Pay Rate 13.71 Enhanced pay for nights, weekends and bank holidays Reimbursement for mileage at a rate of 47p per mile, along with an MOT scheme and complimentary 24/7 breakdown cover Free DBS check Blue Light Card - provides access to more than 15,000 discounts from large national retailers to local businesses! Access to your earnings before payday via Wagestream Full provision of all necessary PPE Wellbeing support available, covering a wide range of support services and events. Reward and recognition - Bright Sparks, Somerset Care Group Awards, Long Service Awards Refer a Friend Bonus - 350 per person you refer (Uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
Somerset Care Limited is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals. As this position involves "regulated activity" (as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) an Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.

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. Somerset Care is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children at risk.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: 13.71-14.76 per hour

Application question(s):

Please advise on your current location.
Experience:

Care home: 1 year (required) Home care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence and access to a car (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road