BANK Community Support Worker - York
Job description
Bank Community Support Worker
York - The role would include working across multiple sites in the York area. This includes:
Rosegarth / Acomb Road / Beckfield Lane / Northmoor
Salary: £13.21 per hour (£14.21 per hour Weekends and Bank Holidays)
Why join us?
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you’ll find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
We are looking for a Bank Community Support Worker to work as part of an experienced team to deliver an exceptional service at our supported living services in the York area.
Main duties will include:
- Establish and maintain professional working relationships with the service users, contributing to the creation of a homely and pleasant living environment for each service user.
- Participate in the development of service user/s support plans, risk assessments and programmes, complete written records as necessary and in accordance with the guidelines provided.
- Providing care and support for our service users when conducting daily tasks
- Provide personal care as and when required
- Creatively support our service users to reach their full potential, achieve their goals and live their best lives
- Accompany service users in activities and visits as and when required
Skills/Experience required:
- Previous experience of working within a care/support environment
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Good IT skills
- A full UK driving licence and car is advantageous
- Good time management
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Patience and resilience
- Flexibility and Commitment
Benefits Include:
A competitive rate of £13.21 per hour (£14.21 per hour Weekends and Bank Holidays
33 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata)
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Excellent training and Support
Company Pension
Group Life Assurance
Eye Voucher Scheme
Long Service and Staff Awards
Free Parking
If this position sounds of interest to you, apply today by clicking Apply Now button.
Please note: we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible.
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Skills mentioned
What started in 1980 as a small group of passionate and determined people in Sussex has grown into the United Kingdom's leading charity dedicated to helping people thrive after a brain injury. Originally established as The Disabilities Trust, the organization was born from a belief that everyone should have the right to live in an environment suited to their needs. From those humble beginnings of just a few bungalows supporting a small number of individuals, the charity has evolved into a major force in the healthcare sector, now known as Brainkind. This evolution reflects a deep commitment to adapting to the needs of those they serve, ensuring that their legacy of care continues to expand and improve. Today, Brainkind stands at the forefront of neurorehabilitation, providing innovative care and ongoing support to ensure that life after a brain injury can be a life well lived. With over 40 years of experience, the organization understands how a brain injury can challenge every aspect of a person's life. Their services are led by teams of clinical experts, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and psychologists, who work tirelessly to provide personalized and compassionate treatment. Beyond direct care, Brainkind is committed to driving social change, campaigning for better support, and conducting vital research to improve outcomes for brain injury survivors across the UK. Their journey from a local initiative to a national leader is a testament to their enduring vision and values.
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