About us
Caring since 1946, Strode Park Foundation provides vital care and support services, supported living opportunities and day and leisure services for young people and adults with a range of disabilities across Kent. Our values of Care, Inspire and Together underpin everything we do, and we are very proud to employ truly inspirational people who make our care setting a remarkable place to work.
About the Role
Are you passionate about providing an effective level of care to vulnerable adults, ensuring all aspects of their personal and emotional care are fully met?
If you have an interest in adult care services, look no further, as we now have the opportunity to join our dedicated team of Care & Support Workers at Platters Farm Lodge (PFL) Rainham, Gillingham (Kent).
Your care will make such a real difference to people's lives, and we are looking for individuals who have the ability, skills and compassion to assist vulnerable people and take huge pride in the work they do.
Job Opportunity
As a Care & Support Worker at PFL you will:
* Promote our guest's appearance and personal hygiene by offering support and advice.
* Assist guests to move safely in their everyday life
* Enable patients to maintain and improve their independence by promoting involvement in social events and activities.
* Support guests in maintaining their family and social network, where appropriate.
As a Strode Park Foundation colleague, you'll get comprehensive support from day one and receive training and development opportunities to develop your skills.
PFL offers short breaks, respite, rehabilitation, and long-stay facility for adults. The service also provides people with dementia related care and support. For some people, the fun and nurturing environment of PFL is their permanent home. The service is vibrant, socially warm, and inviting for the individual and their family and friends. For further info, go to our website: Dementia Services )
Shift times at PFL are:
Long day: 7am - 9.30pm
Early: 7am - 2.30pm
Late: 2pm - 9.30pm
Nights: 8pm - 7am
Platters Farm Lodge provides care on a 24-hour basis, 7 days a week including weekends and