Support Worker

Position: Support WorkerLocation: York

Hours:37.5 per week

Salary: £13.25 per hour

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be currently resident within the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

United Response are currently seeking two full time Support Worker to join our dedicated and friendly team in York.

About the service:

As a Support Worker at Barmby Avenue, you’ll provide person-centred support to three gentlemen aged 60–65 who have learning and physical disabilities and mental health needs. They live in a 24/7 supported living setting and are active, independent and enjoy being part of their local community.

No two days will be the same! You’ll support the people we work with to live life to the full, helping them enjoy their interests and get involved in a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, gardening, baking, takeaway nights and trips into the community.

Your role will include:

• Supporting with personal care, including washing, dressing and bathing, and the use of specialist equipment where required
• Preparing meals and providing support with eating and drinking
• Helping with household tasks and medication
• Supporting people to attend appointments, go shopping and enjoy social activities and community outings
• Encouraging independence, choice and participation in everyday life
• Building positive, trusting relationships and supporting each person to achieve their goals and enjoy a fulfilling life

We’re looking for thoughtful, enthusiastic and caring people who are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of others.

Our support workers are the heart of everything we do. We want you to empower the people we support to live their lives how they want to, whether that’s travelling the world or spending time in their local park! All we ask is that you have the commitment and drive to encourage and guide the people we support to make this happen.

About you

We are seeking dedicated, compassionate, and proactive individuals to join our team. While previous experience in social care is not essential, it is vital that you bring empathy, integrity, and a genuine commitment to treating others with dignity and respect. Comprehensive training will be provided, both online and in person, to support you in your role.

In return, we will help you build a rewarding career along with the following benefits;

Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay

Your wellbeing matters to us, so we provide 2 wellbeing days per year

Access to Blue Light Discount Card * T&C’s apply

Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services

Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships

Generous annual leave allowance, so you can balance your work and personal life.

Our UR STARS recognition program rewards for individuals and teams who go above and beyond.

Work place pension scheme

Long service awards recognising loyalty to the people we support and the organisation

Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)

Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

Are you ready to have a meaningful impact on someone’s life?

Are you compassionate to others?

Are you dedicated to making a difference? Then we want to hear from you.

United Response is not just a social care provider – we’re a well-respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, autistic people and those with mental health needs. Our mission is to empower these individuals to live, work, and actively participate in their communities, free from discrimination and unnecessary obstacles. In everything we do, we strive to be Connect, Empowered, Bold and Driven

United Responses’ culture of inclusion, and our focus on health and wellbeing and working models helps ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can be the best they can be. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all Con

We are interviewing on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

This role is subject to a DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by United Response. Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, early application is strongly encouraged.

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