About the Role
A fantastic opportunity is available to join a well-established set of services in Alveston, Thornbury, and Patchway, supporting five gentlemen with learning disabilities and/or autism to live fulfilling and independent lives.
Ancora, located in Alveston, is a small supported living service for three older gentlemen with learning disabilities and/or autism. The home provides a warm, homely environment and is backed by an experienced team, making it a perfect place to learn new skills and gain valuable experience.
In Patchway and Thornbury, Milestones Trust supports two individuals living in their own flats who require 24-hour support.
If you share the values of Milestones Trust and are seeking a rewarding challenge, this position could be ideal for you.
- Employer: Milestones Trust
- Job Title: Support Worker
- Location: Bristol, United Kingdom
- Salary: £12.91 per hour + £500 Welcome Bonus
- Job Type: Part-time & Full-time
Key Responsibilities
As a Support Worker, your duties will include:
Encouraging positive self-image and maintaining health and wellbeing
Assisting with decision-making and promoting independence
Supporting individuals to maintain contact with family and friends
Enabling access to community activities such as sports clubs, social events, and creative programmes
Managing tenancy issues and supporting with daily living tasks
Providing personal care and administering medication
Candidate Requirements
The successful Support Worker will:
Possess excellent communication skills
Demonstrate a caring manner and tolerant nature
Be committed to delivering high-quality care
Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Be proactive and able to use initiative in problem-solving
Show reliability and excellent timekeeping
Flexibility is required to work a variety of shifts across seven days, including sleep-ins.
A valid driver’s licence is preferred but not essential.
Employee Benefits
Milestones Trust values its dedicated staff and offers a competitive pay and benefits package, which includes:
30 days annual leave (including public holidays)
Company pension scheme
Learning and development opportunities, including a comprehensive induction and professional qualifications
Health Cash Plan after probation, providing a minimum of £695 cashback for treatments (e.g. dental, optical, therapy, maternity/paternity, NHS prescriptions)
Generous occupational maternity/paternity pay
“Get paid when you want” option via Dayforce Wallet
Employee referral scheme for friends and family recommendations
Opportunities for career development and progression within the Trust
Additional Information
This is an ongoing vacancy, and interviews will be conducted on an ad-hoc basis until sufficient applications are received.
Milestones Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals it supports and expects the same commitment from its employees. Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB). A criminal record is not necessarily a barrier to employment.
Milestones Trust is committed to equality and diversity for all.
Registered Charity No. 294377
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How to Apply:
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