Job Description

About Us

Falcare CIC is a community interest company dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities and additional needs to live full, independent, and enriched lives. Based in the beautiful town of Falmouth, Cornwall, with premisses also in Penryn, our mission is to provide person-centred care that promotes dignity, inclusion, and opportunity.

We have an exciting opportunity available to make a positive difference and enrich the lives of people with learning disabilities, working as part of a driven and nurturing team that fosters support and success.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you'll play a key role in helping individuals achieve their personal goals, build confidence, and engage with their community. You'll support people in their daily lives (at home and in the community) while encouraging independence and promoting the wellbeing of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support people with learning disabilities to the highest standard and in line with their support plan, cultural needs and wishes.

2. Support people to manage their own home.

3. Support people with personal care if required, which may include toileting and bathing, in line with their support plan.

4. Support and encourage people to make choices and life decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act requirements.

5. Assist and encourage people to engage in everyday home, social, leisure and work activities, according to the individual's choice.

6. Support people with their health needs as required, e.g. taking medication and attending doctor's appointments.

7. Keep accurate and up to date records.

8. Support people with their finances, where necessary, and in line with Falcare guidelines.

9. To support the physical, personal, social and emotional needs of clients, whilst promoting opportunities for choice, privacy and self-esteem.

10. Work positively with colleagues, families and external organisations and professionals.

11. Maintain confidentiality at all times.

12. To develop and improve the service we provide, with key input from clients, their families and the staff team

What We're Looking For

A genuine passion for supporting people with learning disabilities from all walks of life Empathy, patience, and good communication skills A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Commitment to the values of dignity, respect, and inclusion Previous experience preferred with NVQ 2 in Learning Disabilities is helpful but not essential - we provide full training and ongoing support A driving licence is desirable but not essential DBS check will be required with the cost covered by Falcare

What We Offer

A supportive, inclusive team environment Full, regular training as well as career development opportunities Flexible working patterns Holiday entitlement and pension scheme A chance to make a real and lasting difference in people's lives

Shifts:

12 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

If you want to become a part of our fantastic, dedicated team, and work towards enriching the lives of our clients, please get in touch today.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.80-13.10 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 37 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme
Shift:

12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2025
Reference ID: Support Worker