Support Worker, Community Health

Overview

Advance is looking for Support Workers in Luton, Bedfordshire to support customers with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and mental health conditions to live the lives they choose. We offer great benefits, flexible working and all the training and support you need to start a rewarding career in social care.

• Assisting with personal care and hygiene (if required)
• Medication administration (if required)
• Support with preparing and cooking meals
• Support with attending medical appointments
• Support with social activities
• Support with independent skills
• Support with domestic duties such as cleaning and laundry
• Keeping accurate records and updating care plans as required
• Keeping up to date with your training

• You don't need previous experience in care or support to be successful; values, passion and determination to make a difference matter.
• Must be able to provide evidence of right to work.
• An enhanced DBS disclosure is required (cost covered by Advance).
• Ability to follow a Support Plan and Risk Assessments and maintain customer records.
• Literacy and numeracy in English.
• Willingness and ability to achieve the Care Certificate and Disability Confident.

Safeguarding is embedded in our organisational culture. We believe creating a safe environment is not just about compliance but about cultivating trust, openness and accountability at every level. If you have concerns about welfare or safety, please get in touch.

Disability Confident employer policy and related information are provided; details are available on request. Advance is a national not-for-profit provider of housing and support services for people with disabilities and mental health conditions.

• Flexible hours to fit around you and the needs of our customers
• Paid mileage and travel time between appointments
• Paid holiday (25 to 30 days with long service, pro rata for part time hours)
• Sector-specific training in induction plus opportunities for professional development
• Perks at Work discounts
• Long service awards in 5-year increments
• Refer a friend bonus up to £500
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Free DBS
• Excellent opportunities to progress your career within Advance
• Enrolment in a pension scheme with matched contributions

Advance is regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone interested in working at Advance.