Support Workers - Full Time, Part Time and Relief - Louth

It's our job to help people with disabilities live each day to the full. We're developing our community day services in Louth and this is an exciting time to join our experienced and friendly team. We work flexibly each day, to make sure we're offering a wide range of purposeful activities and opportunities which help the people we support have new and meaningful experiences and develop new skills.

With a focus on sharing your talents, interests and skills, bring your energy, and can-do approach, and help make a difference every day.

A wide range of people with disabilities access our base, which is well-established in the local community, and well used by a range of community groups.

Working with the skills, talents, likes and needs of each person we support, you will provide a range of meaningful and purposeful opportunities which help everyone maintain and develop new skills, try new things, and make a positive contribution to their community.

You'll support people with a wide range of activities and opportunities, including:

Work skills development -volunteering & supported volunteering

And much, much more - bring your skills, interests and talents and share your expertise with us.

About You

A level 2 qualification in a related subject along with an understanding and awareness of disability issues and social care legislation would be beneficial, however we would ensure that training is covered. More important is:

Bring a new perspective to caring for others

Our Offer

Along with a competitive salary we are offering;

A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Debbie Dennis via email [email protected]

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Applications Close on 06th January 2025 and interviews will be held 20th January 2025

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.