Community Support Worker (Respite)

Available from April, this role will be based at our respite service at Oak Trees in Attleborough supporting a young adult with learning disabilities who has some behaviours that may challenge.

We would particularly welcome applications from experienced care professionals or those looking for a new challenge in this extremely rewarding role.

As a Community Support Worker, you will assess the needs of the individual and develop plans to meet those needs. You will have a good working knowledge of digital care plans but training will be provided.

It is an occupational requirement for the postholder to be female as you will assist with personal care needs, 'permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010'.
Support for this young adult is on a 2:1 basis during daytime hours within a set working rota Monday to Friday.

 You will be extremely fit, active and alert, with a good awareness of the surrounding environment and the ability to risk assess quickly.

Care and support also covers health and wellbeing, with our team supporting customers to make and attend appointments with health care professionals, with safety and security, and with establishing and maintaining relationships with friends and family. A key part of the role will be to provide support on a daily basis with accessing facilities within the local community and further afield, including leisure activities and in promoting independence. Having the use of a car, a full driving license and Business Class 1 Insurance is essential for this role.

All applications will be subject to pre-employment checks including Right to Work in the UK, enhanced DBS and references.