Have you ever wanted to have a rewarding and fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives?It's an exciting time at Sense as our team is expanding! 

We now have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our wonderful Children's Community team in Trafford, Sale, Altrincham, Urmston and Stretford.

You don’t need to have previous experience in this field- we’re happy to work with you to help you become an excellent Support Worker.

We are offering an hourly rate from £11.75 with enhanced rates for overtime and annual pay reviews.

We have permanent contracts available up to 8 hours per week to suit you. The service operates on the weekends either a Saturday or Sunday morning and also provides after school support and during the school holidays. We are happy to discuss your availability and hours at interview. 

The ‘Get Out There’ Clubs provide support for children and young people who still live at home with their families. We work to promote communication skills, life skills, mobility, and access to the community. This will include assisting participation in various activities, supporting with personal care, promoting independence both at home and in the community, providing short periods of respite for families and carers.

We work with a variety of young people. They often have an active lifestyle and enjoy outdoor sensory exploring, going to play parks, soft play, swimming and jump parks.

Does this sound right for you?We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:Positive, with a can-do attitudeCaring and empatheticPassionate about enhancing other people’s livesWilling to attend training as needed to support you in your roleKnowledge of multi-sensory impairments / learning difficulties is desirable. British Sign Language skills desirable but not essential Can support on weekdays, school holidays and Saturday morningsHave a Valid UK driving license and use of your own vehicle is essentialNo two days will be the same

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. Your priority will be empowering the people you support to live an independent life.

This role in GOT Trafford  might include supporting young people with:Everyday tasks like cooking and cleaningTaking part in fun activitiesPersonal care and hygieneGoing into the community for shopping or other tripsTheir social life

Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. You can see a more detailed description of duties in the job description attached at the bottom of this advert.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

 Take a look at the video below to see why we do what we do.

Benefits32 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays pro rataMatched pension contributions up to 5%.Free life assurance policy.Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).Cycle to work scheme.Travel season ticket loans.Enhanced sick pay.Headspace app - free access for all employees to mindfulness applicationFree DBS check if your role needs one.A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.Ongoing development opportunities Ready to make a difference?To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or recruitment@sense.org.uk

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/

Closing Date

20/10/2024

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