Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Falmouth Hub, making a difference to people’s lives in Falmouth and the surrounding area. We are seeking someone who is warm and caring to help provide a clean, stimulating and welcoming environment, running activities responsive to individuals’ needs. We welcome applications from those who enjoy meeting new people, are confident and outgoing and like helping others. There will also be an opportunity to work as Senior Assistant relief providing cover during holidays and sickness. This will require an NVQ Level 3 in Adult care, which we can provide training for.
Do you care about people in the community? Would you like to work for a progressive organisation that strives to improve the wellbeing of people in later life? We aim to support our clients in a person-centred, holistic and creative approach with a clear focus on "What Matters to You?" Outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Hub Manager with day-to-day running requirements of the hub
* Provide support to the people attending the hub, in accordance with their wishes and care plan
* Facilitate and participate in activities designed to promote physical and mental well-being
* Enhance social and communication skills
* Maintain or increase independence
* Encourage self-help and self-advocacy
* Maintain or increase mobility
* Help prevent the deterioration of mental or physical abilities
* Include wide social interaction
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 in Adult care (training available)
* Enhanced DBS check (including Adult Barred list)
Details
* Hours of Work: 22.5 hours per week, over four days (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday)
* Salary: £14,741.15 per annum (£24,241 FTE)
* Place of Work: Falmouth Hub, TR11 3QP
* Note: The organisation reserves the right to require you to work at other organisational sites as reasonably required
* Holiday: 30 days (including bank holidays) pro rata plus 3 extra days for your first year
* Your holiday entitlement increases by 1 day pro rata each year up to a maximum of +8 days pro rata
* Healthy Workplace Scheme
* Cycle and Tech Scheme
* Health Benefits & Discount Scheme
* Blue Light Card Rewards
* Age UK discounts app
* High levels of line management and peer support
* Varied roles
* Rewarding and purposeful – Adding value to people’s lives
Diversity, Inclusion & About Us
Disability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria. In certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may limit the overall numbers of interviews offered. For more details please refer to the official information. Since 2022, Age UK Cornwall & The Isles of Scilly, Partners and Integrated Care Board have been working together to improve access to services and reduce demand on acute services. Our partnership supports the community, coordinating holistic solutions to local challenges. Volunteers are a key element to this effort. We are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where all employees belong and feel able to contribute ideas and feedback. We welcome applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds and will listen to your ideas for making a difference in later life care.
Importantly, if you have ideas, we will listen and work with you to implement improvements. By joining us you can make a real difference to people in later life.
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