Our Client, a well known Learning Disabilities organisation, is looking for Support Workers to work in their Residential and Supported Living Schemes based in Croydon.

As part of a team, it will be your duty to provide high quality, flexible, person-centred support, enabling people with learning disabilities and/or associated diagnoses to maximise their independence and autonomy within their home and community. Also to support service users to identify and reach personal goals and aspirations.

Pay Rate: from £7.00 per hour (rates may vary depending on skills & experience).

Duration: Full or part time work (morning, afternoon or waking night shifts).

Location: Croydon.

Successful candidates will have:

An NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care

Experience:

At least one year’s recent experience of working with people with learning disabilities (within last 5 years)

Experience of working in community based residential services

Experience of leading and supporting group and individual activities that promote independence in personal care, social skills, leisure and educational opportunities with an emphasis on community integration.

Knowledge:

An understanding of the issues facing people with disabilities

An understanding of and commitment to Equality and Diversity in service delivery

An understanding of and commitment to “ordinary life principles”

All posts are subject to professional references covering 3 years and the completion of an Enhanced CRB check.

Due to the high number of applications that we receive, only the most suitable candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that you have attached your CV to your application before you press apply so that we can assess your suitability for the role. Before you decide whether or not to apply, please ensure you have read ALL the information provided and make sure that you have the relevant skills & experience for the role.

GOOD LUCK with your application!

We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age.