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Male Support Worker
Job Reference acuity/GT-L/520/2014
Job Introduction
Male Support Worker
Location: LN2, Lincoln
Rate of Pay: £14.18 per hour (Weekly or Monthly pay available)
Contract: 24 hours per week on shifts either 8:00am - 20:00pm or 20:00pm - 8:00am.
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable and enthusiastic Male Support Worker to join our dedicated team, providing 2:1 support to a male living in Lincoln. The gentleman we support is non-verbal and mobile with some wheelchair support on occasions and has severe learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy and behaviours that can be physically challenging.
You will provide consistent, person-centred support with daily living, emotional wellbeing and behavioural support, while encouraging independence, choice and a positive quality of life. Building a genuine relationship is an important part of this role. He enjoys 4X4 off road cars, Animals, Mr Bean, Arts & Crafts and spending time with his family.
Experience and Skills of a Support Worker:
- Autism and learning/developmental disabilities - Mandatory
- Supporting individuals with behaviours that may be perceived as challenging
- Full UK Automatic Drivers license and be willing to drive the person we supports SUV
- Providing person-centred behavioural and emotional support
- Supporting with personal care and daily living activities
- Recognising and responding appropriately to changes in an individual's emotional wellbeing, behaviour or presentation
- Promoting independence, choice and positive outcomes
- Working effectively and consistently as part of a 2:1 support team
- Remaining calm and confident during challenging situations
- Building trust and positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
- Communicating effectively with the individual, colleagues and wider support network
- Providing a reliable and consistent approach to care
Benefits
- Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
- Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
- Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
- Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
- Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
- Company Mobile Phone.
- Refer a Friend Scheme.
- 28 Days Annual Leave.
- Enhanced DBS Fully Funded.
- Weekly or Monthly Pay Available.
Our CARE values are at the heart of everything we do:
Compassionate. Accountable. Respectful. Empowering.
At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.