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Do you want to join a New, Innovative & High-Quality Supported Living Service?
Are you committed to delivering person centred support to individuals with a learning disability and complex needs?
We are currently recruiting for Community Support Workers to work in our brand new Supported Living Service in Crewe. You would be supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Challenging Behaviour. This is a rewarding opportunity with real career progression.
We are looking for passionate and caring staff members to join our team.
Role Overview:
Contribute to the ongoing support of individuals, promoting their rights, independence and individuality. Provide person-centred support in their homes and the wider community.
You will have involvement in their day-to-day care, assisting with daily living tasks, social and recreational activities.
Promoting their wellbeing, fostering positive relationships and creating a meaningful and valued lifestyle.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide personal care and support in line with individual care plans.
* Assist with daily tasks, including meal preparation, cleaning, and personal hygiene.
* Encourage and support clients to achieve their personal goals and participate in activities.
* Provide emotional and practical support to individuals, offering reassurance and guidance when needed.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care delivered.
* Work closely with a supportive team of professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care.
* If you are a driver, you may be required to support with transportation for appointments or community outings.
Essential Skills:
* Experience of supporting vulnerable people.
* Caring and supportive manner
* Honesty and integrity
* A genuine enthusiasm to support adults to develop and achieve the things that are important to them.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* A positive attitude.
* A compassionate, patient, and flexible approach.
* A full UK Manual driving license is preferred but not essential to support individuals with travel needs
* Must be willing to work a mixture of day and night shifts.
* Must have the Right to Work in the UK Full Time (No 20 hours)
Desirable Attributes:
· Experience of supporting people with a learning disability, autism and complex needs.
· Experience of supporting people who experience distress.
· NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification
· FULL UK Manual driving licence to support the individual
As a Community Support Worker, your daily tasks will include:
ü Providing support and personal care to individuals so they can live as independently as possible.
ü Providing emotional support and encourage individuals to help themselves live fulfilling lives.
ü Carrying out domestic duties such as cooking, cleaning, laundry and helping the individuals with personal finances.
ü Working flexibly according to the individuals needs and wishes.
ü Supporting individuals with taking medication, storage of medication and to follow record keeping procedures.
ü Participating in training opportunities, formal and informal to gain a wide understanding of the individuals needs and disabilities so as to facilitate their independence and choice.
ü Providing the opportunity for individuals to take part in leisure, social and education activities.
ü Managing behaviours of concern and the ability to diffuse situations using a Positive Behaviour Support approach.
ü Must be able to commit to the following shift pattern: Day Shift 7:45am- 8pm and Waking Night Shift 7:45pm - 8am. Average 7 shifts over a fortnight.
Start date: ASAP
Working Relationships
The support worker will be required to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff, management colleagues, visitors, carers, visiting professionals, commissioners and registration bodies.
Reward Package
* A competitive salary, depending on qualifications, for working a seven-shift fortnight
* £1 extra per hour overtime rate on top of basic
* Extra 0.50p per hour if you hold a Full UK Manual Drivers Licence and regularly drive the person we supports' vehicle.
* 22 days annual leave; plus your Birthday.
* 8 public holidays
* Statutory sick pay
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Continuing Professional Development
* Enrolment for NVQ as desired following successful probationary period
* Plus, additional benefits
If you are interested in applying, please do not hesitate to submit your CV or contact Julie Brookshaw on Mobile: for further information.
Salary: Currently £13.10 per hour with NVQ Level 2/3 (or equivalent). £12.60 per hour without NVQ Level 2/3 (or equivalent). Extra 0.50 per hour if you're a full UK Driver.
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.
All Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60-£13.60 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you require sponsorship?
* If applicable, when does your Right to Work expire?
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* UK Manual Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person