Join Our Team: Male Support Worker in Comberton
Position: Support Worker
Salary: £13.20 per hour
Location: Comberton, Cambridgeshire
Requirements: Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Shifts: Day shifts (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM) with occasional sleep-ins
About the Role:
Are you an experienced support worker looking for a role where you can make a real impact every day? We’re searching for a male support worker to provide personalised support for a fun-loving gentleman in his 30s who lives in a quiet two-bedroom bungalow in Comberton. If you’re ready to bring your skills and heart to a job that truly matters, this could be the role for you.
Meet the Gentleman:
He’s a creative, welcoming individual who loves spending time outdoors, especially at his allotment where he enjoys tending to his plants. He also shares his home with his clever cat, Barney, who is always up to something! Family is incredibly important to him, especially his mum, who plays an active role in his life. You’ll work closely with her to ensure he receives the best support.
Your Role:
- Whether it’s gardening, spending time with Barney, or simply relaxing at home, you’ll support him in doing the things he loves most.
- Help him maintain dignity and comfort by assisting with all aspects of personal care.
- Use your experience to help him navigate his emotions, providing reassurance in a calm, understanding environment.
- You’ll administer medication, ensuring he stays on top of his health needs.
- Help him get around, whether it’s to the allotment or for outings. He occasionally uses a wheelchair, so you’ll be there to assist with mobility.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential, as you’ll be supporting him on trips and daily activities.
What We’re Looking For:
- If you’ve worked with individuals with epilepsy, autism, or behaviours of distress, that’s a huge plus.
- This role is specifically for male candidates. Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned.
- You’ll need to be adaptable to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and sleep-ins.
- A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle are essential for supporting him with daily activities and getting around.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Competitive Salary: Plus, a 10% enhancement for overtime.
- Generous Annual Leave: 30 days (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service.
- Pension and Sick Pay: Contributions to your pension and a generous sick pay scheme.
- Paid Training: With financial bonuses for completing certifications.
- Career Growth: We believe in promoting from within.
- Extra Perks: Discounts on shopping, days out, and Vodafone tariffs.
- Salary Advance Scheme: Access your pay before payday.
- Referral Bonus: Earn £500 for referring a friend who joins our team.
- Health and Wellbeing: Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, plus a health cash plan and life assurance for peace of mind.
Other Important Information:
- We review applications upon receipt and conduct interviews until the position is filled.
- An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role, which we will cover.
- We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
- As a disability confident leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
- If you need assistance with your application, we’re happy to help. Call our Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
- British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos are available for all recruitment communications.
If you're an experienced support worker looking for a role where you can make a lasting impact on someone’s life, we’d love to hear from you!
