Activities Enablers – Bank
Location: Dartington
Salary: £12.00 per hour
Working Hours: Bank
Closing Date: November 2, 2024 11:59 pm
Start Date: ASAP
More about the Role
Do you have a passion for supporting young people and adults with learning disabilities to reach their full potential through fun and enriching experiences?
We’re seeking enthusiastic Enablers to join our vibrant community activities team! You’ll play a vital role in supporting our service users to develop new skills, build friendships, and explore exciting activities – all in a safe and caring environment.
Our Programs:
– Saturday Club (9:30 am to 4:30 pm during term-time, 36 weeks per year): Provides a supportive and engaging environment for social interaction and learning new skills during term-time (runs 36 weeks a year).
– Holiday Club (9:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday from for 40 days across school holidays; 10 weeks per year – every half-term, 1 week at Christmas, 2 at Easter and 4 in the Summer): Keeps the fun going operating Monday – Thursday during school holidays! (runs 10 weeks a year)
As a Bank worker, you’ll have the flexibility to choose when you want to work. We’ll assign you shifts based on your availability, but we do expect staff to be committed to the shifts they choose.
What you’ll do:
– Support young people and adults with learning disabilities or complex needs in a small, friendly team.
– Provide safe, high-quality, and person-centred care, helping individuals achieve their goals and aspirations in a fun and inclusive environment.
– Lead a variety of social activities like arts, sports, and holiday programs – chosen by the participants themselves! Expect exciting days filled with baking, team games, and even snow tubing!
About you
Who we’re looking for:
– Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities is preferred. However, we also welcome applications from those with experience in youth or community settings with a passion for supporting young people and adults.
– A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others.
– Excellent communication, patience, and a positive attitude.
– For this role, you must be able to drive, as a lot of our programs are based in the local area. If you’re able to drive a minibus, that would be a bonus!
Job Benefits
Make a Difference and Build Your Career at Lifeworks!
We’re passionate about supporting our staff just as much as we are about supporting our service users. When you join our team, you can expect:
– A Real Living Wage of £12.00 per hour
– 28 days of paid holiday (pro rated for part time) which due to the nature of the role, will be paid to you on top of your hourly rate meaning you’ll receive £13.44 per hour.
– A fully funded DBS check and update service to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
– Access valuable resources including an employee assistance program to support your mental and emotional health.
Who we are
Since 1996, we’ve been empowering people with learning disabilities in Devon to achieve their dreams and build fulfilling lives. Our core values of kindness, respect, and positivity guide everything we do.
Building a Diverse and Safe Team:
At Lifeworks, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the job criteria, and we guarantee qualified candidates with disabilities an interview.
However, ensuring a safe environment for everyone we support is our top priority. Therefore, all staff undergo pre-employment checks, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS check.
Early Applications Encouraged!
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the 2nd November but may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified.
Apply today and tell us why you’d be a great fit for our team!
Please contact Charley in the HR team if you should require any support (including completing the application process using other formats) or require any further information about the role.