Support Worker, Mental Health

Position: Support Worker Full Time (Permanent)
The Vacancy

Fitz Roy Residential Care in Rayleigh provides care and support for ten adults with learning disabilities and autism, some of whom also have physical disabilities. We are seeking exceptional new support workers to join our friendly, established team.

The people we support enjoy going swimming, trampolining, listening to music, and watching movies, so no two days are the same!

A support worker’s day is varied, and flexibility is required. You will be providing care and support individually tailored to the needs and wishes of people with learning disabilities. You will work together to identify and achieve their goals, enabling them to have choice and control over their lives. You will also be expected to carry out everyday tasks including personal care, taking part in a range of interests and activities that make up a healthy, well balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

For this role it is essential that you have a full UK manual driving licence and are willing to drive Fitz Roy vehicles.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this vacancy.

Vacancy available:

* Weekday rates from £12.40 per hour rising to £14.90 with overtime, weekend rates from £13.64 per hour rising to £16.14 with overtime

* Full Time and Part Time available.

* Would also consider weekends only at an enhanced rate (see above)

* Shift pattern will fall between 07.00 and 22.00

* You will be required to work every other weekend.

* Sleep
-ins may be required in emergencies paid at £50 per night.

About Us

Fitz Roy is a national charity, set up 60 years ago by brave parents as a pioneering alternative to institutional care. Their values remain the values of Fitz Roy today – we see the person, we are brave and we are creative – and they thread through everything we do.

We support hundreds of people with a range of needs. You could be supporting someone with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries or mental health support needs. Many of the people we support also have physical impairments or other health issues. Working for us will give you an opportunity to learn, to grow and to transform lives. Join us today