Job Description
"Please note that Callaway Care & Support Ltd does not offer visa sponsorship and cannot accept applications from non-UK based applicants"
"Out-of-area candidates will not be considered"
Support Worker - To support autistic adults and adults with a Learning Disabilities/ We are recruiting for the following roles:
Rowland House in Harrow HA3 - 1 x Full-time Support Worker
The Company:
Callaway Care and Support is a provider of residential care and supported living offering specialist services in North West London. We offer support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, dual diagnosis and health support. A pathway to independence is at the core of our support model. We strive to deliver person-centred, high quality care and support within our community. We work with individuals, their families, advocates, circle of support and health professionals to ensure they are included in all decisions about their care and support. We also strive to train, invest and support each member of our Team throughout their highly rewarding roles.
About the home
Rowland house provides high-quality care and support providing a safe and nurturing environment for the people we support within their local communities. the home has been carefully adapted in attractive residential settings with easy access to the community and its resources whilst providing a cost-effective solution to meet the needs of the service. They also promote independence and make a positive difference to the lives of each person we/you support.
We have embedded in our practice Positive Behaviour Support, Positive Behaviour Management, and other complementary approaches such as Intensive Interaction to reduce behaviours that may challenge or / and support people with changes in their support package.
Our residential services have been carefully adapted in attractive residential settings with easy access to the community and its resources whilst providing a cost-effective solution to meet the needs of the people we support. We also promote independence and make a positive difference to the lives of each person supported.
Job Overview
* To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Registered Manager, Deputy Manager and Senior Support Worker
* To support and enable people to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to the person being supported. This also involves supporting individuals in the community such as shopping, medical appointments, religious visits, swimming, cinema, exercise and recreation.
* To maintain current skills and undertake training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge
Role Specific Duties:
* Ensure each person is at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing
* To support individuals (both male and female) with all aspects of their day to day living, enabling them to enjoy the best possible quality of life
* Compassion, good communication skills and a calm and caring manner are essential for this important role
* Ensure Care Plans and other information about how to support people at Rowland are followed
* Be responsible for informing the Shift lead or management of any changes in the needs of those we support.
* Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support
Working with Others
* Develop effective working relationships with other employees
* Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people
* If desired by the person supported, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life
Leading by Example
* Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
* Be a role model for other Support Workers and be an ambassador for the service
* Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times
Personal Responsibilities
* Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role
* Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management
* Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role
* Be open to learning opportunities
* All employees are required to complete an Enhanced DBS and provide eligibility to work in the United Kingdom (this will be paid for by Callaway Care on successful application)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. This hours are set via rota and this will involve early shifts, late shifts and some weekends (including bank holidays).
Salary: £12.30 per hour.
Location: North West London (Harrow) HA3 postcode
Experience:
* NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (Preferred)
* 1 Year Adult Social Care Support Environment
* IT Competent
* Right to Work in the UK
Disclaimer Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.30 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Harrow HA3 9AG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Please tell me the area where you leave
Experience:
* working with adults with learning disabilities & autsim: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Harrow HA3 9AG (required)
Work Location: In person