At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for residents, promoting independence and joy in their lives.
- Company: Queenswood, a vibrant community focused on inclusivity and individual needs.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, discounts, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team with excellent growth opportunities and a culture of belonging.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a meaningful career.
- Qualifications: Caring nature, good communication skills, and a commitment to quality support.
The predicted salary is between 13.15 - 13.15 £ per hour.
Are you seeking a new challenge that lets you shine with your caring and compassionate nature? We would love to hear from you if you are looking to build a meaningful career rather than just finding your next job.
About Queenswood
Our Shireliving Extra Care services provide homes for people over 55 years old, who need safety, security and reassurance with a range of care options available to meet their individual needs. Our vibrant communities within ShireLiving thrive on connection and joy, offering activities tailored to what our residents love most. Queenswood is our brand-new scheme with 70 apartments housing tenants with varying needs. Joining our team at Queenswood will mean playing a vital role in promoting and enabling inclusivity, individuality and independence through respectfully supporting our tenants who lead active lives exploring their interests. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate that they uphold our values to ensure that the services to our customers are excellent.
Role and Values
As a Housing and Assistant, you will bring the following values and behaviours:
- Caring - Placing individuals at the heart of the care, delivering services with empathy, dignity, respect, inclusivity and integrity at all times
- Compassion - Demonstrates patience, empathy and understanding towards others and their needs
- Communication - Always listen carefully, speak to people and act in a way that the person can understand
- Courage - Willingness to try new things to improve the quality of care and raise concerns proactively
- Commitment - Provide a positive environment with a flexible and proactive approach to customers’ needs
Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will be accountable for providing services that make a positive difference to people’s lives. If you are a caring, compassionate person with good communication skills and a commitment to delivering quality care and support, this could be the career opportunity for you. Further details of the role, responsibilities and requirements are available in the Job description and Person Specification attached.
Benefits
- Continuous professional development with training, coaching, and mentoring
- Enhanced maternity, shared parental, and adoption leave
- Free onsite parking
- Paid Carer’s leave
- Access to training platform and rewards including tickets to destinations
- Discounts and cashback app Rainly from day one
- Blue Light Discount
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Long service recognition
About Us
We’re one of the West Midlands’ largest housing and care providers, with over 33,000 homes and a bold vision for the future. We work with three simple behaviours: Own it, Improve it, Live it. We’re building something special and need talented people to help lead the way. We’re committed to an inclusive culture and supporting all employees through networks and a culture of belonging.
Recruitment and Inclusion
Queenswood is part of an inclusive employer, supporting all employees. We believe people perform better when they can be themselves. Our networks include LGBTQ+ groups, disability-positive networks, heritage and culture groups, and allies networks. ShireLiving offers retirement-friendly living for over 55s, supporting residents to live their best lives with personal development and independence.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please click the apply button and complete the values-based screening questions. If successful, a member of the team will contact you to discuss the next steps. If you need support with submitting your application, please email: careers@hpg.org.uk
This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check. This position does not offer sponsorship, and successful candidates will require Right to Work in the UK. Terms and Conditions are subject to review and may be amended from time to time; any changes to benefits advertised would be discussed during offer and onboarding.
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