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For Companies Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives with disabilities? Roles in care are extremely rewarding and each day is different.
We are now hiring Care and Support Workers (on night shifts) for Strode Park House in Herne, Kent who share our values of Care, Inspire, Together. If you are caring, hard working, reliable, flexible and have the passion to assist vulnerable people whilst taking immense pride in your work, we would love to hear from you.
Please note the following –
· we are unable to offer sponsorship or a switch of sponsorship for this role
As a Care and Support Worker (nights) at Strode Park House you will:
- Encourage and support residents in reaching their full potential
- Deliver a high standard of essential and routine care to all residents
- Assist with the welcoming of new residents and their families to the home
- Assist with the service of meals and feeding
- Support and participate in all areas of the running of the home, keeping it clean and tidy and adhering to Health and Safety requirements
As a Strode Park Foundation colleague you will receive comprehensive support from day one and receive training and development opportunities to develop your skills.
Strode Park House is a residential home with nursing care for 55 adults with physical disabilities and complex needs in Herne, Kent. We’ve been delivering care since 1946, and this residential home is where it all started.
The team at Strode Park House ensures our residents live in a safe and secure environment; each person’s individual wellbeing, dignity and choice is vitally important within the community of residents who live at or come for a short break. Please see our website for further information.
Night Shift times at Strode Park House are: 20:00 – 07:00
Strode Park House provides care on a 24-hour basis, 7 days a week including weekends and bank holidays. This means we value reliable and flexiblestaff. We will consider all requests for flexible working and are proud to be a ‘Flex from First’ employer. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need.
Our ideal Care and Support Worker will:
- Be able to communicate clearly with our residents, adapting to their individual requirements.
- Be committed to deliver a high level of care and support for our service users.
- Have the motivation to use own initiative and develop activities and events for service users.
- Have the confidence to work without constant supervision but will seek advice and assistance where required.
- Be able to clearly and appropriately communicate both orally and in written form with people inside and outside the Foundation.
- Hold Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to attain this qualification
We reserve the right to close the vacancy sooner than the advertised closing date for applications.
Contact Detail:
Strode Park Foundation Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at Strode Park Foundation
✨Know Your Values
Before the interview, take some time to reflect on the values of Care, Inspire, Together that Strode Park House embodies. Think about how your personal values align with these and be ready to share specific examples from your past experiences that demonstrate your commitment to these principles.
✨Showcase Your Flexibility
Since this role requires reliable and flexible staff, prepare to discuss your availability and willingness to adapt to different situations. Be honest about your flexibility needs, but also highlight instances where you've successfully adjusted to meet the needs of others in previous roles.
✨Communicate Clearly
Effective communication is key in this role. Practice articulating your thoughts clearly and concisely. You might want to role-play common scenarios you could encounter as a Care and Support Worker, focusing on how you would communicate with residents and their families.
✨Demonstrate Initiative
Think of creative activities or events you could develop for the residents. During the interview, share your ideas and show your motivation to enhance the lives of those you’ll be supporting. This will demonstrate your proactive approach and passion for the role.