Support Worker - Supported Living Home

Company Overview

Eco Wings and Nights Ltd is a dedicated Life and Social Skills Centre for young adults aged 19 to 30 with varying levels of special educational needs. The organization fosters a friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere where staff and young people work collaboratively to meet individual needs, promote independence, and respect personal choices.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our Supported Living Home team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young adults with diverse needs. This position offers an engaging environment where your communication skills, experience, and ability to implement care plans will directly enhance the well-being and independence of our residents.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily activities, including personal care, household tasks, and social engagement.
• Develop and follow individualized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs and preferences.
• Support young people with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that encourages independence and positive interactions.
• Assist with transportation needs, including taking residents to appointments or social activities when required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided, progress notes, and any incidents in accordance with organizational policies.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure coordinated support.
• Promote life skills development through encouragement and practical assistance in areas such as cooking, budgeting, or communication.
• This home will be supporting young adults with autism and other learning difficulties, that can mean they display behaviour that challenges.
• Personal Care - Assist and provide personal care to any of the young people. This will include bathing/ showering.
• Be aware of all young people that require medication.

Requirements

• Experience working with young adults with special educational needs or disabilities is advantageous but not essential as training is provided
• Knowledge of care practices and experience in implementing care plans.
• Strong communication/English language skills to build rapport with residents and collaborate with colleagues.
• Proficiency in using IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Compassionate attitude with a genuine interest in supporting individuals’ growth and independence.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings/nights or weekends as required.

You will be required to work nights, evenings and weekends the rota will be completed a month in advance

Join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young adults by providing compassionate support within a dynamic supported living environment!

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person