Support Worker - Croydon

Job Introduction

We’re hiring Support Workers in Croydon

If you don’t like the thought of being stuck behind a desk, working on repetitive tasks, then becoming a Support Worker would be an ideal position for someone looking to support people 

The current opportunities available in Croydon require candidates whom have a full UK driving licence.  

All you need is a willingness to learn, be flexible, have a can do attitude and a desire to support people and enable them to live the lives they choose. 

Working in one of our Supported Living or Residential Care homes, You will use your skills and life experiences to help make an instant difference to the people we support, building relationships with the individuals and their families. enabling them to overcome fears and challenges, while developing and building their confidence and self-esteem. 

PLEASE NOTE

• We are NOT offering any sponsorship licences therefore are unable to consider these candidates.  
• We are NOT able to consider any students studying as these are permanent positions.  
• We are NOT able to consider any candidates looking for BANK/Casual shifts at present

We’re looking for:

• Previous proven care experience
• Hold a full UK manual driving Licence (Essential)
• good communication skills 
• Have a positive and patient approach 
• Be resilient and respect people’s differences 
• Be able to build professional relationships  
• Work well as part of a team 
• Your responsibilities:  
• To empower the people we support to live the lives they want to lead 
• To develop daily living skills. 
• Support the people we support to access their communities for socialisation, employment, training or friendships 
• To contribute to, develop and implement the individuals care plans. 
• To communicate effectively and professionally with people we support, their family members, and external professionals. 
• Maintain the health needs of the individuals we support 
• A full, manual driving licence is essential  

Benefits 

• Basic salary £12.52 - £13.08 p/h  
• Full training to gain the nationally recognised Care Certificate.  
• On-going training and career development including professional qualifications  
• Contributory Pension  
• We cover the cost of DBS checks  
• Rota's are planned in advance 
• Access to Wagestream where you can track your basic salary and additional hours earnings throughout the month and stream (access) a portion of those earnings before your monthly pay date.
• Shopping discounts including Blue Light card, EE perks and Costco membership  
• Successfully 'recommend a friend' to join us and you'll receive a thank-you payment  
• Access to wellbeing helplines.  
• Health Cash Plan 

Brandon Trust work alongside people of different ability so they are able to create opportunity and feel empowered to live the life they want.  

All support workers work flexible shifts to provide a 24/7 service. Successful applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.  

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.  

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