Supported Living Support Worker (Driver)

Compassionate Care is a leading provider of diverse services throughout the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities. Our comprehensive offerings encompass supported living, residential emergency accommodation, and specialized step-down services for mental health care.

At Compassionate Care, our mission is to instigate profound and enduring transformations in the lives of both adults and children. We empower those under our care to embrace independence and lead fulfilling lives, always upholding principles of dignity, autonomy, and self-worth.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we aspire to emerge as the most trusted and esteemed name in the care sector. We are resolute in our dedication to delivering reliable, compassionate support while setting unparalleled standards of service quality in the UK.

Join us at Compassionate Care and be a part of a team that is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Support Worker Role

You will provide support and companionship to a range of adults living in Stokesley.

We have Full Time, Part Time and Bank positions on Days available to support our residents this would be on a rolling rota of 4 -days week 1 and 3-days week 2 8am -8pm.

Compassionate Care Group Northeast provides support to adults with complex care needs to enjoy a fun filled daily life. We support with hobbies such as swimming bowling shopping meeting friends visits to pubs.

We enable our clients to remain comfortable within their home environments, whilst being cared for by professional and highly trained Healthcare Workers. We pride ourselves on delivering care that truly meets the needs of the individual we support and provide a first-class service to the teams who support them.

You will be promoting independence with all our clients and enabling them to live an independent and fulfilling lifestyle. You must be self-motivated, and ensure the quality of support provided is consistent with current legislation.

This is a fast paced yet highly rewarding position. You will need to think on your feet, be reliable and punctual, as the people you support will be relying on you to help them live their best lives!

Key Responsibilities

• Developing client's life skills and personal interests
• Supporting clients with medication and ensuring they achieve their own goals and aspirations
• Arranging social activities in the home and in the local community
• Promoting the independence of every client we support

The Ideal Candidate

• Use previous experience and/or existing transferable skills to promote independent living for all our clients
• May have experience with Mental Health, Autism or Learning Disabilities in a work setting or from personal experience (this isn’t essential as we provide all the training!)
• Have a natural sense of empathy and good common sense
• Will have an easy-going personality and are understanding of others who may display behaviour that can present challenges
• Have great organisational skills and ability to think outside the box
• May be a driver with access to your own vehicle, although this is not essential
• Are punctual, reliable and have the ability to think quickly and effectively

Company Benefits

• Paid induction programme
• Structured career development programme
• Fully funded Care Certificate
• Employ Assistance Programme offering counselling and other support services
• Refer a friend bonus - £250 (Terms & Conditions apply)
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Free enhanced DBS
• Company social events