Senior healthcare Support worker Team Leader Complex Care We are look for someone experienced to join our small team and help run a package of care for a 43year old male with a severe learning disability and complex health needs, living in his own home in Rothwell, Northamptonshire. Supporting the client to maintain their health and social needs within the home and community. Key Responsibilities Maintaining and updating records - care plans, MAR sheets etc. Training carers, supervisions, updating carers information Organising rotas, holidays, sickness cover Ordering and maintain good stock levels Maintain good communication between the care team and parents Have a good clinical knowledge and competency of Tracheostomy and PEG management, Epilepsy and learning disability. Support the client with all aspects of their care needs including: personal care – includes washing, dressing, showering, toileting medication administration moving and handling, positioning Tracheostomy and PEG management. Social stimulation support Work closely and maintain good communication between the care team to ensure the client has all their needs met. Essential Experience Have a good clinical knowledge and experience of: Learning disabilities Tracheostomy PEG management, Epilepsy Medication administration Able to drive You must Like dogs Able to cover holidays and sickness Initially will be required to work day shifts alongside HCA to get to know the client. Desirable Experience Ideally will be flexible, have good organisational skills, be an excellent communicator and happy to work alone and as part of a team. If you enjoy providing high quality care and feel you can bring the skills, experience and positive attitude we would like to hear from you. Contracted Hours 37½ Rate of pay £17.00 an hour Weekend working will be required Shift patterns are 7.15am – 7.45pm or 7.15 pm -7.45am PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria Desirable Criteria Education/Qualifications NVQ level 3/Care Certificate Experience Experience working within Learning disability Tracheostomy PEG Skills/Ability/Knowledge Ability to train other members of the team Empathy and sensitivity to client’s needs. Confidentiality Working independently and as part of a team Good communications skills Attention to detail Good observation skills Ability to take control of situations Ability to advocate for client Good health and fitness Good hygiene