Job Description

Job Advertisement: Support Workers

Location:

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Pay:

12.21 per hour + 75 sleep-in rate

Hours:

Full-time/Part-time (24.5-hour shifts: 9.30am - 10pm, sleep 10pm - 8am; 8am - 10am; weekends required)

Report to:

Home Manager

Start Date:

ASAP

WE DO NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP AND YOU MUST LEGALLY BE ABLE TO WORK OVER 24 HOURS A WEEK.

About Us

Curaliving is a well-established

OFSTED-approved

organization providing semi-supported living services in the Northwest and Milton Keynes area. We work with young people aged 16-18, helping them develop essential life skills, independence, and mental health strategies as they transition to adulthood.

We are currently seeking dedicated

Support Workers

to join our team and contribute to the positive development of young individuals in our care.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete daily logs, incident reports, support plans, weekly reports, and other required documentation to a high standard. Provide practical support to young people in tasks such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, shopping, housekeeping, and managing appointments. Participate in weekly staff training sessions. Collaborate with Social Workers and external agencies to provide effective support. Confidently manage and address challenging behaviors. Safeguard and protect young people, adhering to organizational policies. Guide young people with tailored support to enhance self-esteem, promote independence, prepare CVs, and foster positive mental health.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives. Experience in semi-supported living (preferred) or with young people. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and whistleblowing procedures. Proven ability to provide high-quality support to young individuals. Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or higher (preferred). Excellent communication and proactive problem-solving skills. Confident and effective in managing challenging situations.

Benefits:

Casual dress policy On-site parking Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Shift Details:

Night shifts and overnight shifts Flexibility required, including weekends

Relocation/Commute:

Candidates must reliably commute to or plan to relocate to Milton Keynes before starting work.

Work Location:

In-person

If you are committed to empowering young people and fostering their growth, we'd love to hear from you!

To Apply:

Please send your

CV

and a

cover letter

detailing your experience and interest in the role.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Curaliving team!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Referral programme
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person