On Call Support Assistant (Female)

Adult Services – Supporting Living, Poole & Bournemouth

We are looking to recruit a female on-call assistant to join our Supported Living team providing care to adults with disabilities in their own homes. Our Supported Living Team works around the clock, 24/7, 365 days a year. There are many diverse characters you will meet and get to know in this role.

*Due to current service demands, we require a FEMALE On-Call Support Assistant*

Hours: 35 hours per week on a 2-week rolling rota (shifts may vary)

Week 1:

• Mondays: 7am-Midday & 5pm-10pm (On call overnight until 7am Tuesday)
• Fridays: 7am-10pm (On call overnight until 7am Saturday)
• Saturdays: 7am-5pm

Week 2:

• Sundays: 7am-10pm (On call overnight until 7am Monday)
• Fridays: 7am-10pm (On call overnight until 7am Saturday)

Role responsibilities include:

• Providing excellent support and care
• Maintaining accurate daily records
• Supporting with daily living tasks to promote independence

Essential skills required:

• Full UK manual driving licence
• Understanding of resource management and planning
• Ability to manage own workload

For full details on requirements and skills, please refer to the detailed job description linked above.

Commitment to safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults we support. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. A full work history including any gaps must be provided in your application. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and bonuses: We offer various employee rewards including discounts through Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, paid holiday, and a cycle-to-work scheme. You will be paid during training and while completing any diplomas. We also recognize long service at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years with bonuses, vouchers, and extra paid time off.

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