Male Support Worker

Thera South West has an exciting opportunity available for a Male Support Worker to join our team in Dawlish. You will join us on a permanent basis, with full time, part time and relief hours available. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £12.33 per hour.

Are you looking for a dynamic challenge to your support role? Then this role might be just for you!

At Thera South West every day is different, we go to work knowing that this is a chance to make incredible things happen for the people we support. We have an exciting opportunity available as a Support worker to join our committed team in the Dawlish area.

Who are we?

• Thera South West is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

About the role:

Your role will involve assisting a young gentleman in his own home, making a profound impact to his life, assisting in daily activities, and promoting independence. To thrive in this role, we are looking for individuals who are empathetic, patient, adaptable and very active as this young man requires lots of stimulation during the day. The young gentleman has his own vehicle to explore the beautiful coastline and countryside, so a driver is essential. Experience in the care sector is advantageous or an understanding of “positive support”, but not essential, above all, we value a genuine passion for making a positive difference. If you are ready to embark on a career that truly matters, we invite you join our team at Thera South West.

This role is working weekends and paid sleep ins on a rota system.

What are the Benefits available to our Male Support Worker?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work

What do you need to become our Male Support Worker?

• No previous experience or qualifications required, Free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

If you have a passion for making a difference to peoples lives, consider a career as a Male Support Worker with Thera Group, please click "apply" now - we would like to hear from you 

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.

Thera follows government guidance around vaccines and believe they are an effective way to support everyone’s safety. We would encourage you to take part in any vaccination programme recommended if you are working in Social Care.*Male only qualifies under Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act*

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.