ID - 1738
Position: Support Worker
Salary: £12.21/ hour
Shift Pattern: Fulltime Days/Nights, 48-hours a week
Location: Westerham TN16
Job Purpose
To assist in the provision of care and support to residents in a compassionate and respectful manner, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met while promoting their independence and dignity.
Key Responsibilities
* Personal Care:
* Assist residents with daily personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
* Support residents with mobility issues, ensuring safe movement and transfers using appropriate equipment and techniques.
* Assist with feeding residents who require help and monitor their nutritional intake.
* Health Monitoring:
* Observe and report any changes in residents' physical or mental condition to senior staff.
* Assist with medication administration as per care plans and training.
* Emotional and Social Support:
* Engage with residents in meaningful activities and conversations to promote their well-being.
* Provide companionship and emotional support, addressing any concerns or fears they may have.
* Environment Maintenance:
* Ensure residents' living areas are clean, tidy, and safe.
* Assist with laundry duties and making beds.
* Report any maintenance issues or hazards to the appropriate personnel.
* Documentation and Reporting:
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided and residents' conditions.
* Communicate effectively with team members, ensuring continuity of care.
* Compliance and Training:
* Adhere to all health and safety regulations and infection control policies.
* Participate in ongoing training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
* Comply with all policies and procedures of the care home.
Qualifications and Experience
* Essential:
* Compassionate and caring nature with a desire to help others.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
* Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
* Desirable:
* Previous experience in a care setting or similar role.
* NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
* Basic knowledge of health and safety and infection control.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 48 per week
Application question(s):
* When are you available for an interview?
* How soon can you join us?
* Do you have any NVQ level in Health and Social Care ?
* Do you need a Sponsorship for fulltime job?
* Do you have experience working as a Support Worker within a Care Home?
Work Location: In person