Purpose of Role
To provide high-quality support and care to vulnerable adults, promoting their independence, wellbeing, and dignity while ensuring their individual needs are met in a safe and respectful manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to adults with varying needs, including mental health issues, learning disabilities, substance misuse, or complex social circumstances.
• Support individuals with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, budgeting, and personal care where required.
• Encourage and enable service users to engage in meaningful activities, education, training, or employment opportunities.
• Assist individuals in accessing healthcare, benefits, housing, and other essential services.
• Develop and maintain professional support plans, risk assessments, and case notes in line with organisational policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion through positive and respectful interactions.
• Support individuals in managing their health and wellbeing, including attending appointments and adhering to medication plans if applicable.
• Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, incidents, and emergencies, following safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, agencies, and family members to deliver consistent and effective support.
• Uphold health and safety standards and contribute to a safe living environment for all residents.

Skills & Attributes Required

• Compassionate, patient, and non-judgemental approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Organised and able to manage time effectively.
• Resilience and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a support, care, or community-based role (desirable but not always essential as training is often provided).
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices, mental health, and/or learning disabilities is advantageous.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
• Basic IT and record-keeping skills.
• First Aid and Health & Safety awareness (training may be provided).

Working Conditions

• Flexible working hours, including evenings.
• Work may be carried out in supported accommodation, residential settings, or within the community.

Values & Ethos

• Respect for diversity and equality of opportunity.
• Commitment to empowering individuals to reach their potential.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality at all times.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £21,367.50-£30,764.71 per year
Expected hours: No more than 35 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Provide person-centred support to adults with varying needs, including mental health issues, learning disabilities, substance misuse, or complex social circumstances.
• Support individuals with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, budgeting, and personal care where required.
• Encourage and enable service users to engage in meaningful activities, education, training, or employment opportunities.
• Assist individuals in accessing healthcare, benefits, housing, and other essential services.
• Develop and maintain professional support plans, risk assessments, and case notes in line with organisational policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion through positive and respectful interactions.
• Support individuals in managing their health and wellbeing, including attending appointments and adhering to medication plans if applicable.
• Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, incidents, and emergencies, following safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, agencies, and family members to deliver consistent and effective support.
• Uphold health and safety standards and contribute to a safe living environment for all residents