Company description
La vie en rose is a growing family-run business situated in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. We are a friendly and welcoming team where our employees become part of the family.
We provide the very best in quality care for the elderly, disabled, and adults with learning difficulties in their own homes. We offer excellent support to help people maintain and retain their independence and dignity. Our services enable adults with learning disabilities and complex care needs to live full and active lives.
Job description
La vie en Rose are currently looking for experienced and passionate Complex care assistants who have experience supporting individuals with complex care needs in comfort of their own home.
We are currently supporting a young lady in her mid-20s who has complex needs in Meysey Hampton, near Cirencester, GL7. She requires support during both day and night. She enjoys going shopping, to the gym, and swimming. She requires support from her Personal Assistants to complete these hobbies. She is passionate about fashion and beauty, and she loves listening to music.
Client has a complex health history – the main issues are Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. This young lady has been diagnosed with Autonomic System Failure, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), which causes seizures when her pain is not controlled, Neurogenic bowel and bladder issues and Bilateral hip replacements. She is wheelchair dependent.
The client requires team members who are fun, bubbly, enthusiastic, motivated, and up for having a good laugh but who also at the same time, treat the client with sensitivity and respect in a professional manner.
***We are looking for a reliable and caring second team member to join our care package. This is a permanent position for two flexible days per week, with the opportunity for additional hours to cover holidays, extra appointments, or when more support is needed.
***There is also the potential to pick up hours in another complex care package if you are seeking full-time work.
Why work for us?
* Work for a small not for profit organisation where the focus is the people we support
* Be listened to and have your direct experience and expertise valued
* Have support from an experienced management and clinical team
* Be celebrated for accomplishing goals with the individual you support
* Have training opportunities that enhance your career development
Benefits:
* competitive pay
* guaranteed hours /contract available
* Full training provider
* Opportunity for career progression ( NVQs, QCFs available)
* Monthly bonus
* Holiday pay
* Free DBS*
* Supervision & Wellbeing sessions
* Paid mileage
* Company mobile phone
* Company car available
* Work life balance
Responsibilities and Duties :
* Must have the right to work in the UK.
* Available to work from 09:00 to 21:00.
* Available to work alternate weekends.
* Previous experience as a complex care assistant is essential.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Good professional and personal references.
* Due to our client's needs, we will only be looking to recruit female support workers at this time.
* Enthusiastic and passionate about care.
* Good team worker; candidates must be flexible (Support staff holliday's)
* Demonstrate understanding of person-centred care.
* Good spoken and written English.
* A professional attitude.
* Available to use Digital Social Care Record.
Your role will include:
* Assisting with activities of daily living, domestic duties, and personal care.
* Maintaining and updating reports such as care plans using DSC (Digital Social Care).
* Helping with the preparation of meals and drinks.
* Taking the client out using her vehicle.
* Supporting the client with her daily chores and duties, but also just having a good, fun time with her.
* Assisting the client with self-administration of medication.
* Offering emotional support.
* Monitoring the service user's condition.
* Demonstrating good communication skills.
If you're looking for a job in complex care, you're proactive and like to spend time with young adults, contact us We will organise a meet-and-greet with our client, provide all training, and shadowing sessions with Client and her family.
***If you are a caring and warm person with an open heart to others and if you are interested in this role, please apply NOW***
Please contact the branch at press 1 and ask for Ren.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £15.70-£20.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Application question(s):
* Are you able to work 09:00-21:00?
Experience:
* Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road