Casual Community Support Worker

Vista is an independent, local charity providing information, support and care to people affected by sight loss who live in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We have been supporting people affected with sight loss for  over 165  years. 

You will be required to work 15 hours per week, Wednesdays and Fridays.  There may be additional hours to meet the needs of the service such as covering annual leave or sickness.  

In this role you will; 

• Carry out support as required by the client, assisting people to access their community for appointments, shopping or activities.  
• Work with people within their own homes or assist them to travel to agreed destinations. 
• Support the individual to access their own community, ensuring that the person’s choice is exercised fully.  

Experience of working with visually impaired people, older people or those with disabilities,  you should also have proven verbal and written communication skills,  4 GCSE or equivalent  A- C, one must be English,  have some understanding of health and social care, and will  have supported people in the community for at least 3 years. A full driving  licence and a car would be advantageous.  

In return we offer a competitive salary, staff benefits scheme, flexibility and opportunities for professional and personal development in one of the largest local charities and a leading organisation in the sight loss sector.  

We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic and are an equal opportunity employer. 

To view further details and to apply for this post please click on the link found at the bottom of this page to download a Job Description.