Job description
Role: Support Worker
Locations: Bedford, Oxford, North Buckinghamshire, South Buckinghamshire & Midlands
Pay: £18.00 per hour, Monday to Friday
Start date: From 7 September
Flexible agency work
We are recruiting experienced Support Workers through HCRG Staffing Connect to support young people with learning disabilities, autism and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will provide person-centred support while helping young people develop their independence, communication, confidence and everyday skills through personalised learning and activities.
HCRG Staffing Connect is the app-enabled nursing agency, backed by HCRG Staffing. Our team of consultants and the app work together to enable nurses like you to take control of your work. Book shifts yourself, via a consultant or use Auto-book to let us know when you want to work. The app will automatically pick up the shifts you want as soon as they’re published.
The role
- Support young people with learning disabilities, autism and/or SEMH needs
- Deliver personalised learning and development activities
- Encourage independence, communication and life skills
- Support individuals within community, learning centre and home environments
- Provide personal care where required
- Support with medication where appropriately trained and authorised
- Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
- Maintain accurate records of support and progress
What we’re looking for
- Previous Support Worker, SEN, Learning Support or Teaching Assistant experience
- Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and/or SEMH needs
- Minimum Level 2 English and Maths, or equivalent
- Strong communication skills and a person-centred approach
- Confidence working independently and within community settings
- Flexibility to travel between different settings
- A Level 3 education, teaching or learning-support qualification and driving licence are desirable
Why Join HCRG Staffing?
HCRG Staffing is one of the leading Healthcare recruitment companies in the UK. With over 20 years of experience, we have exclusive access to more roles than any other agency.
With a strong reputation for delivering skilled temporary healthcare staff into healthcare providers across the UK, HCRG Staffing not just offers a job, but a rewarding career where you can make a vital difference in people’s lives. Whether you’re an experienced healthcare professional or just starting out, you’ll benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working patterns and growth opportunities.
HCRG Staffing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.
