We're Hiring!

Are you an experienced Support Worker looking for a new challenge ?

Do you have the compassion and values to make a real difference to Young People's lives?

We are looking for a Support Worker for a new home we have in Plymouth.

Support Worker Benefits Include:

• 214.5 hours including a fully paid 13 sleeps annual leave per year
• Sleep in rate of £60
• 121 sleep's guaranteed per year totalling £7,260
• Over time rate of £18.07 p/h with level 3 and £17.50 unqualified
• We have support workers earning in excess of £40,000 per annum (Depending upon experience and inclusive of enhanced overtime)
• £500 refer a friend scheme
• £500 welcome bonus upon successful passing of your probation (for applicants recruited through Indeed)
• Amazon vouchers - £50 birthday and £50 Christmas
• 45p per mile for work related travel
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support, we also have a team therapist who offers confidential support
• Small homes of 3-4 young people
• Support of a Home Manager
• Employee assistance programme.

Acorn Independence provides supported accommodation for vulnerable young people aged 16-18 years.

If you are passionate about working collaboratively and making a positive impact, this could be the perfect role for you.

You will be provided full training and a funded NVQ Level 4 children and young people qualification after 6 months probationary period , we offer opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your career.

You’ll need to sleep at the home during your shifts which means you’ll be able to work your full week in 2-3 days!

If you’re excited to make a real difference and want a role that fits both your professional and personal life, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today or send Robyn an email robyn@acornindependence.co.uk to chat more about this great opportunity.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship currently.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £31,890.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Are you currently eligible to work in the UK? If you have a working VISA, is it valid for the next 5 years?
• Unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Experience:

• working with children or young people: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence and business insurance (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person