Trainee Support Worker - Perth
HRC Recruitment
Location: Perth
Hours: Up to 30 hours per week |
Schedule: Monday-Friday (school hours available)
A Career Where Every Day Feels Different
Are you passionate about helping others live their best lives?
Do you want a job that's both fun and rewarding?
Would you love to start a career that truly makes a difference?
Whether you're new to the care sector or already have experience, we're looking for caring, enthusiastic Support Workers to join our friendly team in Perth. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact every single day.
About the Role
You'll work within a purpose-built day centre and in the local community, supporting adults with learning and/or physical disabilities, who may use wheelchairs, be nonverbal, or have complex support needs. . Every day is unique - one day you might be helping someone bake, paint, or garden, and the next you could be supporting them on a trip to the zoo or theatre.
You'll help people develop new skills, gain confidence, and enjoy meaningful experiences both in the centre and out in the community.
Typical duties include:
- Supporting individuals with daily activities and personal goals
- Providing personal care, assistance with meals, and administering medication (with training)
- Facilitating group sessions and offering 1:1 support for people with complex needs
- Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing
- Bringing your own hobbies and creativity to make every day enjoyable and engaging
You'll also have access to fantastic facilities including sensory spaces, craft and kitchen areas, a hydrotherapy pool and an accessible gym- all designed to help the people we support thrive.
Who We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you are:
- Caring, kind, and compassionate
- Fun, energetic, and happy to get involved in activities
- A great communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
- Reliable, positive, and eager to learn new skills
- Open to training and development - previous experience is great but not essential!
Whether you've worked in healthcare before or come from a background in customer service, education, hospitality, or volunteering, your transferable skills could make you a great fit.
What We Offer
- Full training and mentoring
- A fully funded SVQ qualification, yours for life
- Career progression opportunities within a supportive organisation
- A friendly, inclusive team that values your wellbeing
- 32 days' holiday, rising to 37 with service
- Flexible, family-friendly hours (typically 9:30am-3:30pm, Mon-Fri)
- Free PVG checks throughout your employment
- Discounts through Blue Light Card and Concerts for Carers schemes
If you're caring, creative, and ready for a job that makes every day meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding future where you'll make a genuine difference.
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