Support Worker Male

Male Support Worker

Full time / Part Time including sleep ins

Pay: £12ph (£50 per sleep in

Location: Sheffield, S4

FULL UK Driving license essential for this role

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in someone's life?

We are seeking Male Support Workers to provide personalised care and companionship to a Gentleman in his 40s who lives in his supported living home.

He is someone who values routine, independence, and tactile communication and is looking for someone who has the same values, can support in him maintaining his independence, be patient, strong in nature and enjoy an active life.

What will I be doing?

• Empower Independence: Assist him in maintaining their independence by supporting them in their daily activities in and around their home.
• Outdoor Adventures: Accompanying him on walks and visits to local parks. Encourage exploration and engagement with the community. 
• Personal Care: Be comfortable with all aspects of personal care, ensuring the client's well-being and dignity is always upheld. Supporting with medication administration alongside this.
• Routine Matters: Respect and follow his established routine. Their safe space relies on consistency. 
• Effective Communication: Although he doesn't communicate with words, he has his own unique ways to express his needs. You'll learn to understand and respond to their cues. 
• Confidence: You don't need prior experience, but confidence is key. Be proactive and approachable. 
• Strong Character: Motivate and encourage independence while maintaining a compassionate and patient demeanor. 
• Team Player: Sometimes you'll work independently, and other times alongside colleagues. Consistency in our approach is crucial. 
• Rewarding Work: Make a difference in someone's life every day. 
• Training and Support: We provide ongoing training and support to enhance your skills. 
• Positive Environment: Join a team that values empathy, kindness, and understanding. 

Shift Patterns

We are looking for flexibility to work on a rota basis and you will be required to work a minimum of 1- sleep in a week.

Shift times:

Early, 8am-2pm

Long days 10am-10pm including sleep in and finish 8am.

Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010." 

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2024 – now 6 years in a row!

Your rewards

A full list of rewards can be found in the job description attached

Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the posts are filled

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An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
We welcome applications from everyone  who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
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