Package Description

JOB ROLE: Support Worker

LOCATION: Haughton, Stafford

SALARY: £13.45 - £14.05* per hour

SHIFT PATTERNS: Days & Nights

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Casual Support Worker to join our AMAZING supportive team at The Old Posting Office in Stafford 

About The Old Posting Office:

One thing that is guaranteed is that joining our team at Old Posting Office will be fulfilling, fun and rewarding, offering you stability with the opportunity to grow and develop your career further.

Many of our Managers and Team Leaders joined us as a Support Worker and through ongoing training and coaching they are continuing to move further up the accomplish ladder into more senior positions

Old Posting Office in Haughton, Stafford is a residential care home for up to 7 adults with Learning Disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Condition, Mental Health Diagnoses (including dual diagnosis), some Neuro-Degenerative Disorders and Acquired Brain Injuries. We specialise in care for those leaving Psychiatric Hospital or Secure services and those with a history of unsuccessful placements, as well as support with everyday living skills like shopping, cleaning and cooking our staff support people to have fun and make every day the best it can be for each person.

As a Support Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including:

• Prompting service users independence whilst helping them live a fulfilling life
• Supporting & encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests
• Maintaining and helping with health care needs, including accompanying service users to routine appointments or administrating medication
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills & shopping
• Assisting with personal care (Depending on service user)
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking

Experience within the care sector is not essential as we offer full training, however what you do need is the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every day to ensure we move mountains to support people to live happy and healthy lives.

Why join us:

• Annual leave - 5.6 weeks holiday per year
• DBS Check – We cover the cost of your DBS check and further renewals
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
• Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard
• Supportive Management - Regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying your role with us
• Qualifications – We can support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities
• Paid Induction and Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career.
• Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• Real Progression Opportunity’s – Let us invest in you and excel in your career

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant. 

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV. 

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependant on experience and qualifications