Forensic Support Worker (NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE) | Preston/ South Ribble | Full time | £22,102.08 for unqualified candidates and £22,353.24 for those with an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, with a sleep-in rate of £60.00 per sleep, potentially adding an additional £3,120 to £6,240 per year

For more than 25 years, our client has been pioneering a different way of supporting people in the community with learning disabilities and complex needs and forensic history – in a way that reflected their belief that every person has a right to be a valued member of the community. To this day, they continue to push boundaries and challenge in order to empower people to grow and to live the life they choose.

The successful candidate will provide one-on-one support both at home and in the community, helping individuals with daily activities in a person-centred way to promote independence and a fulfilling life. The role can be challenging, but it is also highly rewarding.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Strong values and a commitment to empowering individuals with learning disabilities or support needs to live inclusive lives
• Proficient in literacy and numeracy for completing reports and assisting with daily tasks
• Skilled at engaging individuals to help them make informed choices and lead meaningful lives
• Can work well in a team, contributing to goals and adapting to varying needs
• Commitment to the company’s philosophy & values
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with individuals and colleagues; practical skills for daily living and promoting self-sufficiency
• Can manage emotional challenges with resilience, strength, and a positive attitude
• Able to support clients development & independence confidentiality/respect of client

What will your role look like?

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting Individuals: You will work closely with the people we support, helping them with daily tasks such as maintaining their home, shopping, attending appointments, and engaging in leisure activities like fishing, bike rides, and cinema trips
• Key Working: You may be asked to ‘key work’ specific individuals, providing tailored support around tenancy management, medical appointments, financial planning, and activity coordination
• Promoting Independence: Encouraging people to take pride in their homes, manage their physical and emotional health, pursue education or employment opportunities, and maintain a positive presence within the community
• Community Engagement: Supporting individuals to be active, valued members of their local community, fostering positive relationships with neighbours and others in the area
• Professional Representation: As a representative of our client, you will help uphold the values and standards of the social care sector, working alongside colleagues to ensure the highest level of support
• Complete and update all required administrative tasks, including diary and communication book entries, daily notes, finance records, incident/accident forms, and holiday/mileage forms, accurately and on time per organizational policy

You will receive comprehensive training to ensure that you can offer the best support, including mentoring new staff once you are established in your role.

What can you expect in return?

• Pension scheme
• Access Early Pay
• Blue light card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Buying and selling holidays
• Perk Box

What’s next? It’s easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can’t wait to hear from you!

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