Support Worker

• Carry out duties as required under the direction of the Manager/Shift Leader
• To be involved in meeting each service user’s individual needs on a daily basis, including transporting service users to appointments and other engagements by driving Company vehicles if the worker has a driving licence
• To support service user’s individual priority needs, completing daily timetables as directed
• To facilitate the involvement of service user’s in daily household tasks, i.e. cleaning, personal laundry, shopping and preparing meals
• Assist in providing basic care where people have a physical illness
• Carry out personal care as part of the role depending on the client needs
• To report any client general issues/concerns to the Manager
• To participate in any service user’s leisure pursuits at home and within the community
• To act as Key-Worker (where appropriate) for identified service user(s) as designated by the Manager
• To advocate on behalf of service users where appropriate
• To work flexible hours, to meet individual needs
• Participate in the support planning process as directed
• To undertake any other additional duties as reasonably required by the Company
• To work in accordance with the Organisational and local Policies and Procedures
• Participate in maintaining the internal/external upkeep of the house
• Communicate relevant information clearly via appropriate channels
• Report any potential hazards/risks to the Manager in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations
• Undertake staff training as appropriate
• To undertake training in the Safe handling of Medication and participate in the administration of medication for service users
• Participate in Staff Appraisal Scheme
• Maintain all aspects of confidentiality with the home at all times
• Present a positive image to neighbours and the general public

Driving licence

• Eye care
• Free Parking
• Pension
• Holidays
• Four weeks annual leave plus bank holiday (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Company pension scheme
• Discounts at various venues/shops as part of the blue light scheme
• Free lunch and refreshments from the homes kitchen, and money to use when having lunch/dinner if out with a client
• An approachable, friendly and supportive team
• Ability to gain a nursing qualification via the nurse associate scheme following two years service
• Staff referral scheme of £300 pro-rata payable for every new staff member you introduce
• Covid safe working environment with safety procedures in excess of those recommended by the Government and Public Health
• Competitive salary
• Full training and support provided
• QCF qualifications provided and encouraged (level 2 to 5)