Part-Time Support Assistant

Part Time Support Assistant

Annual Salary £9,550 - £9,836 for 15 hours per week

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our small team of Support and Activity staff at Woodham Social Centre, New Haw, Addlestone.  We aim to provide high quality day services and activities for our older residents of Runnymede.

The Centre not only offers a traditional home cooked meal, but there is also a well-stocked tea bar with freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes and drinks.  The key duties of our Support staff are organise and encourage centre users to take part in our daily activities, offer support so the can access facilities whilst using the centre and monitor and identify possible changes in level of need. 

Although no experience is necessary, as we provide full training, we are looking for someone who is empathetic and understands the issues facing our older population.  Some basic administration duties might also be required.

Flexibility is key so we can maintain service delivery across our various sites and services, as we would expect this person to assist in the covering sickness and holiday periods or support in the event of a civil emergency.

About you

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Basic Literacy and numeracy
• Previous experience of working with older people
• Organised
• Flexible - Able to assist at another centre when required
• Ability to work well as a team
• Willing to undertake training
• Empathetic

About Runnymede

Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. 

At Woodham Day Centre we are passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment for the over 55s in our community.  Our mission is to provide quality day services and activities as well as the provision of a 2-course nutritious meal whilst promoting independence, enhancing wellbeing and social interaction.

As a team we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those we support. We are driven by the belief that everyone attending one of our sites will be in an inclusive and engaging space so they can meet and engage with others.

This role is the opportunity to work with likeminded individuals who care about making a difference in the community. This role has a real purpose to contribute to the health, happiness and quality of life for our centre users. Joining our team means working towards the shared goal of enhancing the lives of older adults through compassionate care and meaningful engagement

Benefits

• Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Advanced Voluntary Contributions
• Free Parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service
• Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service

How to apply

Please click the apply link 

Full information, including the Job Description, Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information section.

We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk or on 01932 425527 who will be able to assist you.

For an informal chat about this role please contact (Debbie Mooney), (Day Services and Halls Manager) on (01784 435278) or (debra.mooney@runnymede.gov.uk).

Closing Date: Midnight 29/06/2025

Interview Date(s): 09/07/2025

If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council. CV’s will not be accepted.

Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.