Employment Support Worker

  • Job Reference: ERYC002405
  • Date Posted: 15 April 2024
  • Employer: East Riding of Yorkshire Council
  • Website: https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/
  • Location: Worklink Sewerby, Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church lane, Sewerby Bridlington YO15 1EA, Bridlington,
  • Salary: £21,788 to £22,162
  • Sector: Social care
  • Job Type: Part Time
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Job Description

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An opportunity has arisen for an Employment Support Worker based Worklink Sewerby Bridlington.

Worklink are a team within the Directorate of Adults Specialist Services supporting Adults who have a Learning Disability or Autistic to obtain paid employment, Based at Worklink

The Employment Support Worker will work as part of an enthusiastic team of staff. The post holder will be responsible for work-based training to people with a learning disability and Autism enabling adults to learn practical, social and independence skills.

Working at Sewerby Bridlington base teaching horticulture skills which enable progression towards and into employment. We are looking for an enthusiastic and focused individual who has drive and energy. You must be able to work collaboratively and have excellent communication skills. This role can be physically demanding, working three hours daily Monday-Friday 9am- 3pm

You will ensure that on a day-to-day basis the service is operated in a safe and effective manner and implement and adhere to all service procedures, including Health and Safety procedures.

All other relevant training will be provided. The successful candidate will need to complete The Care Certificate on commencement of the post. This will be provided by the ERYC and will take approximately 12 weeks.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience of working with adults with a learning disability.

Candidates should have the necessary written and verbal communication skills to ensure that we are working to a high standard.

You will:

  • Be able to demonstrate compassion and empathy in your approach.
  • Have experience of working in a care setting or other social care role.
  • Be able to communicate well and develop rapport with people.
  • Have an understanding of issues affecting vulnerable people
  • Be able to respond positively to changing needs of clients and service.
  • Have some knowledge of horticulture/Interest.

We offer:

  • Benefits of working for a large organisation
  • Support to complete the Care Certificate
  • Ongoing training
  • Career opportunities

We look forward to hearing from you if this sounds like the right opportunity for you.

For further information or an informal chat please contact: Debbie Drewery-Pratt 01482 842009/ email on request.