Support worker | Leigh and Wigan, Greater Manchester | Complex Care
Variable shift patterns available
Shift times: 08:00AM-8PM – Day Calls; 8PM-8AM – Night Calls; 10:00pm-08:00am – Waking Nights
Role and Responsibilities
* To be an integral part of the team to support with all aspects of the care role
* Provide person centered care
* Provide support in daily living activities
* Manage and administer medication
* Understand, adhere to, and follow care standards. Policies and procedures
* Keep all records up to date with accurate information
* Provide support
* Provide support with Nutrition and Hydration – Meal Preparation
* Engage with the service user
* Light Domestic Duties/Shopping
* Make sure that safe care practices are adhered to
* Using Moving and Handling equipment
* Communicate with other colleagues and senior level staff
* Maintain Confidentiality
* Use specialised equipment for feeding – gastric feed
* Use specialised equipment for breathing – nippy/vent/tracheostomy
Ideal Candidate
* Must be hard working, reliable and honest
* Experience preferred but not essential as full training can be provided
* Must hold a valid DBS / this can also be obtained if you do not have one
* Driver preferred but not essential
* Be friendly and able to engage with others
* Must have empathy towards others
Benefits and rewards
* Weekly pay with an attractive hourly rate
* Career progressions
* Ongoing Training and support
* Flexible working pattern (choose the days/nights you work)
* Recommend a friend scheme
* Employee of the month rewards
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