Support Worker (Driver Specific)

We are seeking energetic and imaginative Support Workers, both part and full time, to assist in the delivery of our specialist Supported Living service in Braintree, Essex. One aspect of the role will include driving clients to access the community, therefore it is essential for candidates to be in possession of a full UK driving license.

Our Braintree service is commissioned under the Transforming Care Agenda, which aims to support people with learning disabilities and/or autism to move on from hospital environments. We assist people with a range of complex support needs, including mental health, forensic background, and behaviours which may distress/challenge.

Our team is dynamic and forward thinking, and we have been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC, who said, “The service has transformed the lives of people, maximising their independence and giving them the opportunity to develop interests and life skills that were completely new to them”.

We are looking to recruit warm, proactive Support Workers who demonstrate person-centred values and who believe they can empower people with a learning disability to transform their lives. Ideally, you will have a background in supporting people with behaviours that may challenge/distress. However our primary focus is on values and ideals, so we also accept applications from those new to the sector. If you have a ‘can-do’ approach, if you are passionate about changing lives, and if you can communicate effectively (written and verbal), then we welcome your application.

The Braintree service requires flexibility across the week and your working time will involve various shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required, along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support.

Vacancy Reference Number: 85480

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.