This bank post sits in the Complex Care Service at Shaftesbury North East, part of Shaftesbury Independent Living, and is open to female applicants only. The core work is two-to-one support for a young man with complex needs, following his support plan, helping with personal care and medication, and keeping records. The role also covers sleep-in shifts and planning trips, including holidays, using the person's car. Applicants need a full UK driving licence with no endorsements and prior PBS experience, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Provide person-centred support by following individual support plans and taking direction from the person supported
- Provide two-to-one support to a young man with complex care needs
- Encourage independence, confidence and life experiences
- Maintain accurate records in line with service requirements
- Support with personal care and the administration of medication when required
- Build positive and professional relationships with families and professionals
- Create meaningful life experiences, including day trips using the person's car
- Provide support on holidays
- Cover sleep-in shifts
Experience
- Experience supporting someone with a PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) plan
- Previous experience in complex care
Skills & knowledge
- Confidence working two-to-one
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence with no endorsements
- Female, as applications are accepted only from female candidates
Other
- Flexibility to cover sleep-in shifts
What’s offered
- £60 paid per sleep-in
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Female Bank Enabling Support Worker - Westerhope, Newcastle - £13.45 per hour in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Shaftesbury group
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