Senior Support Worker
| Posting date: | 25 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £11.77 to £12.77 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 May 2024 |
| Location: | TN17 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Care First Recruitment Solutions LLP |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Benenden/LND/100-183101 |
Summary
Senior Support Worker Benenden, Kent
£11.77 - £12.77 Per Hour
Benefits:
• Full paid training provided
• Annual holiday
• Great support from management
• Career progression opportunities
• Plus, additional benefits
Our client is a provider of services for adults with Learning Disabilities. They are committed to delivering high-quality support to ensure enriched, fulfilled, and happy lives for their service users. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing person-centred care and support to adults with Learning Disabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
• Administer medication to individuals as prescribed.
• Develop and implement individual care plans, ensuring regular reviews and updates.
• Maintain professional boundaries and adhere to ethical standards.
• Establish effective communication with service users, families, and professionals.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care and meal preparation.
• Support individuals in accessing community resources and activities.
• Monitor and record the progress and well-being of service users.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents following established protocols.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care delivery.
Required Qualifications:
• Full UK driving licence
• Minimum of 1-year care experience
Experience:
• Minimum of 1-year experience in a care role
• Experience working with adults with Learning Disabilities is highly desirable
Knowledge and Skills:
• Proficient in administering medication
• Ability to create and implement person-centred care plans
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliability and flexibility in working hours
• Strong problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Higher-level qualifications in Health and Social Care
• Additional training in specialised areas such as epilepsy management, autism awareness, or challenging behaviour management
Working Conditions:
• Primarily residential setting for adults with Learning Disabilities
• May require evening, weekend, and on-call shifts
• Physical stamina and ability to assist with personal care tasks
• Exposure to challenging behaviours and potentially emotionally demanding situations
Please note:
• Our client is unable to sponsor employment visas.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
For more information or to apply, please contact Louise at 01202 052008 or 07423699378.
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