Bank Support Worker
Adullam Homes Housing Association ·
Description Support people with learning disabilities to live full, happy lives. Location :: Bradbury Court, Pulborough Salary : £13.49 per hour Hours : 37 per week Allowances (dependent on working times): Unsociable hours uplift: £4.51 extra per waking night shift Sleep-in shifts: £61 per shift (10pm7am) Sleep-in disturbance: If disturbed for 14 hours, you get the unsociable hours uplift plus normal hourly pay for time worked.
If disturbed for 4+ hours, youre paid normal hourly rate for the entire shift plus the £4.51 allowance. Who are we: Southdown is a not-for-profit provider supporting 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities across Sussex. We run 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes.
What youll be doing
Are you passionate about making a real difference? Were seeking a compassionate and adaptable Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity. Your role involves encouraging clients to connect with their community through activities like walks, cinema, shopping, and café visits, alongside supporting daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
Youll help build clients confidence and independence through empowering care in a rewarding role where no two days are the same. Previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, or Mental Health Care Worker is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.
The best thing about my job is the clients. Getting to know them, getting to know their characters and just enjoying life with them Karen, Southdown Support Worker. Service Description: Bradbury Court is a supported living service for eight people with learning disabilities.
The property is a converted barn with eight individual self-contained flats, as well as communal living areas. The property is a unique development on National Trust land near the village of Storrington in West Sussex. Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each clients choice, control and independence.
You will be based at Bradbury Court service but may be required to work at other locations as and when needed. Perks and
benefits
Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover. Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.
Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets. Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors.
Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service. 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (or paid time in lieu for any bank holidays worked) Knowledge, skills and experience What you need for
the role
A patient, empathetic approach Completion of Southdowns training in health