Support worker post at The Old Vicarage, a specialist residential service run by Cygnet Health Care for adults with learning disabilities, some with behaviours that challenge. The work centres on tailored physical and emotional support that promotes independence and community integration, alongside assisting with medical and welfare needs, reporting on them and safeguarding. The role is part-time at 24 hours a week on days only, and residents may have autism, a personality disorder or communication needs. An enhanced DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Provide enhanced care using a flexible learning approach for everyone in the service
- Give guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support
- Learn each person's specific needs and help in the most appropriate way
- Assist with medical and welfare needs
- Report on medical and welfare needs as required
- Safeguard residents
- Maintain a safe, clean environment
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication
- Good team working
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Other
- Genuine drive to make a real difference to people's lives
- Sensitive and intuitive, able to create a trusting, stimulating and varied environment
- Passion for empowering and supporting service user independence
What’s offered
- Pay rises from £13.15 to £13.45 an hour after 3 months
- Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
- Regular coaching and appraisal
- Expert supervision and peer support
- Support to grow your career and gain new skills
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
