Support Worker

Become a Support Worker & make a difference to the lives of members of your community.

Role: Support Worker

Area: Leeds

Hours: 37.5 you will be required to be flexible and work days & nights

Requirements:

Experience in complex needs

You must hold a Full UK driving licence & be able to drive manual vehicles.

We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will utilise the digital app, Nourish, to manage and access the care and support plans for the individuals we assist. While prior experience with digital or mobile apps is advantageous, comprehensive training will be provided.

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Do you have the ability to empower some of the most vulnerable members of your community to lead more independent, fulfilling lives?

If you possess strong empathy, a caring nature, and a desire to support those in need, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of Working for United Response

• Generous Leave: 20 days paid annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part-time), increasing with service.
• Financial Security: Pension and life assurance benefits.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Recognition Programs: Participate in our UR Stars Recognition Scheme.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, and advice services.
• Professional Development: Fully paid training and opportunities to gain nationally recognized qualifications.
• Travel Benefits: Season ticket loan for commuting.
• Employee Discounts: Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers.
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Share the opportunity with your network and earn rewards.

About you

We are looking for caring, compassionate and hands on people to join our team of support workers, as well as the compassion and integrity to treat people with dignity and respect. We will provide you with all the training you need (online and in person).

Making it happen- Your Role

The role of support Worker is all about giving people encouragement, guidance and support so they can live as independently as possible and have the freedom to make their own choices.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in your community, we invite you to join our team of dedicated support workers. Help us empower those in our care to live more independently. Apply today!

Who we are:United Response is a leading national charity. We have a great team of people who are passionate about providing care and support. Since 1973, United Response has been delivering person-centred care and support. We campaign to ensure the people we support have equal access to the same rights and opportunities, as well as challenging the negative attitudes and discrimination they face. Our spokespeople can talk confidently on the issues affecting people with disabilities, autism and mental health support needs. In our work we aim to be creative, strong, honest, responsive and united.

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident employer, providing support to applicants with mental and or physical disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with United Response and are in need of support to navigate our website or to complete your application please send an email with your request to gill.fay@unitedresponse.org.uk

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS Check, the cost to be met by United Response. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Key Words – Care Assistant, Care Worker, Care, Healthcare Assistant, Charity, Support Worker

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