243810 - Support Worker

Wakefield Council; Pontefract, Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization is seeking enthusiastic support workers to provide care and support to adults with learning disabilities in their homes. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, and promoting social inclusion. Ideal candidates will have experience in a care setting and a willingness to learn. The position requires work during weekends, bank holidays, and includes flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a care setting or providing informal care and support to family or friends is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to adults with learning disabilities in their own homes.
• Assist with daily living activities, including intimate personal care.
• Administer medication as directed and support with meal preparation.
• Participate in leisure activities.
• Promote social inclusion and independence.

Skills

Experience in a care setting

Understanding of person-centered care

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting self-motivated and enthusiastic support workers, providing care and support to adults with learning disabilities within their own homes. You will make a difference to the quality of a person's life by supporting them with their daily living activities. This can include intimate personal care including showering/bathing, dressing or undressing, assisting with toileting, etc. It will also include administering medication, supporting with meal preparation, and participating in leisure activities to enable individuals to get the most from their daily life. You will have an understanding of the importance of social inclusion, promoting independence and enabling positive life choices.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to adults with learning disabilities in their own homes.
• Assist with daily living activities, including intimate personal care as needed (e.g., showering/bathing, dressing/undressing, and toileting).
• Administer medication as directed and support with meal preparation.
• Participate in leisure activities to enable individuals to get the most from their daily life.
• Promote social inclusion, independence, and positive life choices.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience of working in a care setting or providing informal care and support to family or friends is desirable.
• Understanding that the person is at the centre of the care and a willingness to learn and develop skills.

Working Pattern and Benefits

• Weekends, sleep-ins and bank holidays required.
• Additional enhancements are paid on top of the basic salary.
• Additional hours may be available on top of contracted hours.

How to Find Out More

For further information about the post please contact Natalie Utley or the Supported Living Service Team on 01924 302680.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact Natalie Utley.

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Safeguarding and Legal Information

• Safeguarding: Wakefield Council is committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
• DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service): The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and provide criminal conviction information.
• Fluency Duty: The post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder must demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency as detailed in the job specification.
• Probation: Some positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period, in line with the Council\'s Probation Procedure. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.
• Diversity: The Council values a diverse workforce and encourages applications from everyone to ensure inclusivity.

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