Location: Guernsey, Channel Islands
Salary: Band 4 £33,565–£39,866 | Band 3 £30,950–£35,960
- £1,605 annual bonus
- Staff Accommodation
- £5000 private relocation package and 4 years rental allowance available
- Sponsorship is NOT available – UK/Guernsey right to work required
Applications are invited from experienced Support Workers to join the well-established Adult Learning Disabilities Service in Guernsey. The service supports adults with learning disabilities and autism across supported living homes, outreach and community settings.
The Role
This role is specifically based within the Therapy & Enabling team (previously known as Day Service), but there are also opportunities, depending on your skills and knowledge to expand your skills and experience in other areas of the service, should you so wish.
You’ll encourage independence, deliver person-centred support and help service users live fulfilling lives both at home and in the community.
This includes assisting with daily living, promoting skills development, supporting activities, and working closely with a dedicated multi-disciplinary team.
The Therapy and Enabling Service is open from 10:00-16:00 weekdays, with the team working an hour either side of these hours.
The team focus on the shared goals and outcomes of the people they support, through a wide range of activities providing opportunities for people to take up new challenges and experiences.
Working closely with the people they support, their families, other professionals to deliver effective services centred on people’s individual needs, whether for a few hours or a few days a week.
Users are encouraged to make full use of their community such as the Therapy and Enabling base, drop ins, outdoor environment, shops, library, leisure centre, cafes and pubs. This inclusive community engagement nurtures confidence and enhances well-being.
What You’ll Need
To ensure suitability, please only apply if you meet all essential criteria:
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Support Worker in a Learning disabilities setting
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Adult Health & Social Care
• Existing right to work in the UK/Guernsey – sponsorship cannot be provided
• Full UK driving licence
What’s On Offer
• Higher-than-UK salary + £1,605 annual bonus
• 36–42 days annual leave (NHS/Local Authority service recognised)
• 20% flat tax, no council tax or VAT
• Up to £5,000 relocation package with private rental allowance, or Staff Accommodation
• Supportive, person-centred working environment
• Safe, friendly island with beautiful beaches and excellent quality of life
Note; enhanced unsocial hours – 40% nights/Sat, 80% Sundays/BH do not apply to this role but apply if working in any part of the service out of hours
If you’re an experienced Support Worker looking for a fresh start in a stunning location, we’d love to hear from you.
If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.
