We have exciting new opportunities available for Support Workers to join our new service delivering care at home in Ellesmere Port & Chester.
Salary: £14.90 per hour which includes element of travel time. Additional travel time and downtime 30mins or less paid at national living wage.
Weekly Hours: Various guaranteed contracts available from 16hrs - 30hrs with option to pick up regular overtime working various shifts between 7am-11pm including working some weekends.
Location: Ellesmere Port & Chester
The service is due to open in May with a planned paid induction for staff prior to opening.
Our services deliver compassionate, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes across Cheshire West and Chester. Working in close partnership with local authorities and other health and social care professionals, we support people to maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life at home. Our services offer a flexible range of both regulated and non-regulated support, tailored to meet individual needs. As a values-based charity, the people we support are at the heart of all decision-making, ensuring care is shaped by respect, kindness, and choice.
At Making Space we are driven by a strong set of values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of the people who draw on our support.
We live and breathe our values; Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready, every day and are looking for like-minded people to join us in making a meaningful difference in our community. To find out more about our values and the behaviours that underpin them click here.
Responsibilities
Looking for a job where you can make a real difference in people's lives?
Look no further than working with us here at Making Space! As a Support Worker you'll be supporting adults on a person centred basis to live independently and receive the support they need in their own homes.
You will be supporting a variety of people with different needs which will include support with personal care, medication assistance, meal prep and domestic tasks, your days will be varied, and no two days will be the same. That's why we're looking for someone who can think on their feet and truly understand individual needs with a big smile that lights up our service users' faces.
We're not too concerned about qualifications for this role; we're more interested in your values and how you build relationships with our service users and fellow colleagues. If you're the type of person who finds joy in the little moments of life and can ensure the people we support are living a full and happy life, then we want to hear from you!
Patience and a sense of humour are also key qualities we're looking for, so if you're someone who represents these traits, we encourage you to apply online now it takes just a minute!
Qualifications
It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.
We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours.
Car drivers/access to own transport would be an advantage to work across the patch.
Benefits
We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees are receiving the very best company perks and we are always seeking out further additions.
Our current benefits include:
* Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
* Electric Car Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice & National Minimum Wage regulations)
* Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
* Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
* We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
* Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
* Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
* Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
* We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
* Travel schemes including cycle to work including electric bikes , car maintenance and travel expenses of 40 per mile.
* We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
* Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
* Statutory sick pay from day 1
Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer. We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom
Salary description
£14.90 - £14.90 per hour