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Support Worker

Everpool
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Taunton, Somerset TA4 1BY, England

Salary

£19,000 - £22,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance

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  • A full-time, permanent Support Worker position is available in Plymouth, offering a competitive salary of £30,559 - £31,317.
  • The role involves providing guidance and support to young people in supported accommodation, helping them develop skills for independence.
  • Candidates should have experience in care or support settings, particularly with children or young people, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • The position includes comprehensive training, 25 days of annual leave, and various employee benefits, with opportunities for personal development.
  • An Enhanced DBS Check is required for this role, and interested applicants can contact Tom at Everpool Recruitment for more information.
Support WorkerFull Time, Permanent£30,559 - £31,317Location: Plymouth An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join a specialist care team. In this role, you will offer guidance and support to young people living in supported accommodation, helping them develop the skills needed to move toward independence. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, we would love to hear from you! Job Details and Benefits:
  • Full-time role with flexible shifts.
  • Competitive salary: £30,559 - £31,317.
  • Comprehensive training and personal development opportunities.
  • 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays.
  • Employee assistance programme with 24/7 support.
  • Regular team meetings, supervision sessions, and appraisals.
  • Statutory benefits including bereavement leave, sick pay, and pension scheme.
  • Opportunities to work across different homes and projects to gain varied experience.
Main Responsibilities:
  • Provide one-to-one support sessions to young people in placement.
  • Help young people manage daily living tasks, including access to education, training, or employment.
  • Facilitate personal development through goal-setting and planning.
  • Attend admission, planning, and review meetings to advocate for young people’s needs.
  • Complete person-centred reports and maintain care plans.
  • Support health and safety procedures, including property inspections and coordinating repairs.
  • Manage and administer weekly financial payments to young people, ensuring accurate records are kept.
  • Work closely with external agencies to provide holistic support.
  • Safeguard young people by following relevant policies and regulations.
What We Are Looking For:
  • Experience working in care or support settings with children, young people, or adults.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen, empathize, and build rapport.
  • Good communication skills for both verbal and written reports.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., The Children Act 1989 & 2004, The Care Act 2014).
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Driving license (preferred, but not essential)
  • A calm, reliable, and motivated approach to supporting young people.
 This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check (registered on the annual update service). If you feel the Support Worker role could be right for you, or if you’d like more information, please contact Tom at Everpool Recruitment by email at or call . Alternatively, apply directly to this advert, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.