About The Role Service Support Worker
Location: Taunton, plus travel within the county of Somerset Salary: £, per annum, pro rata (£ per hour) Hours: per week (Job share of hours and hours considered)
Contract: Permanent
Driving: Full UK driving licence and vehicle required Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives? Do you thrive in a supportive and caring environment? We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Support Worker in Taunton. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being and independence of individuals within our community. A day in the life of a Support Worker will included;
1. Taking patients home from hospital - a service vehicle is provided. You will not be required to use your personal vehicle to transport individual's home from hospital. However, there may be occasions when using your own vehicle is necessary to assist with tasks such as collecting shopping for someone or conducting a welfare check at their property.
2. Supporting individuals ensuring that they have basic resettlement on their return home, ensuring there is food, water and heat available to them.
3. Building positive relationships with service users, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Ensuring all care documentation is accurate and up to date.
To be a successful Support Worker you'll need;
5. Previous experience in a similar care, preferably within a healthcare or social care setting.
6. Compassionate and empathetic nature, with a strong desire to make a positive impact on individuals lives.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
8. Knowledge of person-centred care principles and a commitment to upholding dignity and autonomy.
9. Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and reliability.
10. Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings up to pm. You will not be required to work weekends or bank holidays.
11. A full UK driving license is required
If you are enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated to making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Join our supportive team and help us deliver exceptional care to those who need it. The closing date for applications is on th November .
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
12. Holidays: days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy extra days.
13. Pension scheme: Up to % contributory pension.
14. Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
15. Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
16. Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
17. Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
18. Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
19. CycleWork: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
20. Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Young Staff Network.
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