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We're looking for a passionate, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities Social Care Service in Kent \n £26,228.00 per annum, working 37.5 hours per week. \n Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply) Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution Free DBSAll applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. \n \n The working pattern for this role is: - 7.30am-3pm, 2.30pm-10pm, 7.30am-10pm \n What you'll do: Supporting the customer to undertake a full timetable of preferred activities including sport and leisure activities, attending community groups, visiting local amenities, and introducing them to new activities to expand their horizons and networks; Developing the customer's independent living skills and involving them in all aspects of maintaining and developing their home, including cooking, shopping, cleaning and decorating; Enabling the customer to keep up with the important people in their life and to meet new people with shared interests; Supporting the customer to communicate their wants and needs, and communicating with them in a person-centred way; Supporting the customer to manage their anxieties and frustrations, using Positive Behaviour Support and Autism-specific approaches; Collating a range of behavioural data and essential paperwork to be analysed within our local management structure; Driving the customer to activities using the customer's vehicle, in rotation with the wider team; Communicating with family members and a range of other key stakeholders including social work, psychology and commissioning teams; \n This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead \n About you:- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour- Prefers working as part of a group or team- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments \n What you'll bring:Essential NVQ Level 2 or equivalent Minimum 2 years of experience working with customers with Autism/Challenging Behaviour/learning disabilities and supporting them in line with a PBS framework \n Desirable Has some experience in Trauma Informed care Has some experience in working with people with Mental health Driving licence and a willingness to drive as part of support duties \n About us: \n Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team.Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. \n If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. \n We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. \n We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. \n Please see our website for full Job Description

Role: Children Residential Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £12.92-£13.10ph (Circa £27k) + Bonus + Qualifications Locations: Maidstone Area, Kent (Multiple Locations) Hours: 3 Shifts Per Week (2 for Part-Time) / 8am-8:30pm or 8pm-8:30am (you receive your rota 4-6 weeks in advance and your shifts tend to be grouped together) Our client, a well-established childrens residential provider, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Children Residential Support Workers to support vulnerable young people aged 818. This role involves creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment while promoting independence, personal development, and emotional wellbeing. As a result of continued growth, our client is seeking multiple hires, providing you with a great opportunity to work with this progressive organisation. The Role You will provide high-quality care tailored to individual needs, ensuring that all young people are treated with respect, and given opportunities to make choices about their lives. Key Responsibilities • Support young people with health, medical, and physical care needs, • Arrange and attend healthcare appointments, ensuring appropriate follow-up reporting, • Contribute to a positive 24-hour learning environment, • Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive living environment at all times, • Supervise and support young people during daily routines, including before/after education and mealtimes, • Encourage independence, including developing practical life skills such as cooking, • Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies, • Attend and actively participate in team meetings and reviews, • Support and engage young people in recreational and social activities, acting as a positive role model, • Plan and deliver structured evening and weekend activities, including managing small activity budgets, • Support outreach work and attend home visits where required We are seeking candidates who: • You must hold a driving license and a vehicle (desirable), • Have at least 1 year of recent experience in a relevant care setting, • Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, social difficulties, mental health needs, and complex needs, • Hold an NVQ Level 3 in health and social care (desirable), • Willingness to do unsociable hours Whats On Offer Competitive salary package Support and enrolment of your NVQ Level 3 • 4 days a week off work, • 28 days annual leave Pension scheme A long-term career pathway within a growing organisation Ongoing professional development and funded training Safeguarding Commitment This organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. JBRP1_UKTJ

We're looking for a compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities Service located in Gravesend. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £26,227.50 per annum, working 37.5 hours per week. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Support Workers are responsible for supporting people with autism, learning disabilities and behavioural needs to live full lives, develop skills and maintain their wellbeing. The Pelham road Service will be 5 new self-contained flats, for customers with learning disabilities, Autism and Complex needs, and we are looking to build a staff team with an excellent value base to support the customer to build their new life and develop their skills as an independent person. Support Workers will need to be flexible and shifts will require some mornings, afternoons/Evenings and weekends. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead. Supporting the customer to undertake a full timetable of preferred activities including sport and leisure activities, attending community groups, visiting local amenities, and introducing them to new activities to expand their horizons and networks; Developing the customer's independent living skills and involving them in all aspects of maintaining and developing their home, including cooking, shopping, cleaning and decorating; Enabling the customer to keep up with the important people in their life and to meet new people with shared interests; Supporting the customer to communicate their wants and needs, and communicating with them in a person-centred way; Supporting the customer to manage their anxieties and frustrations, using Positive Behaviour Support and Autism-specific approaches; Collating a range of behavioural data and essential paperwork to be analysed within our local management structure; Driving the customer to activities using the customer's vehicle, in rotation with the wider team;About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgementWhat you'll bring: Essential: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent Minimum 2 years of experience working with customers with Autism/Challenging Behaviour/learning disabilities and supporting them in line with a PBS frameworkDesirable: Has some experience in Trauma Informed care Has some experience in working with people with Mental health Driving licence and a willingness to drive as part of support dutiesAbout us: Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds