Bank Social Care Worker

Choice Care; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Choice Care is looking for a Bank Social Care Worker to provide flexible support for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions. The role includes personal and medication care, alongside daily activities. Ideal candidates will possess key attributes such as patience and good communication skills. Training is provided.

Benefits

Refer a Friend scheme - £500 payment

Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff

Free monthly prize draw - £500 tax-free

Blue Light Card eligibility

Wagestream financial health app

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a social care background is welcomed.
• In-house training will be provided.
• Key personal attributes include being patient and a good communicator.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Administering medication as required.
• Assisting residents with daily activities and outings.
• Maintaining written daily records.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Flexibility

Team player

Good communicator

Job description

Hours: Ad-hoc as required

Hourly Rate: £12.25

Do you need more flexibility? We know how hard it can be to find a job to suit personal commitments, and that’s why Choice Care is offering a number of flexible positions to fit around your needs. A Bank Social Care Worker role could be just the job for you.

Overview of the role

Whether you are new to the industry or have come from a social care background, we welcome your application, as you'll be provided with in-house training when you start work with Choice Care. Working alongside our permanent staff team, not only will you make a huge difference to people’s lives, but you’ll also enjoy days out, trips away, and participate in many activities, all of which ensure that the people we work with are safe, happy, and lead fulfilling lives.

Key duties

• Providing personal care – including bathing, toileting, dressing, and help with feeding
• Medication administration
• Assisting and getting involved in residents' daily activities, hobbies, or outings
• Following care plan guidance alongside company policies and procedures
• Developing an open, honest, and considerate working relationship with residents
• Maintaining written daily records
• Attending and completing training, as required

Personal Attributes

Being patient, reliable, flexible, a team player, and a good communicator are key characteristics of a successful Bank Social Care Worker.

What are the benefits?

• Refer a Friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care
• Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff members
• Free monthly prize draw - all frontline care colleagues are automatically entered into a monthly prize draw. Three winners, selected randomly, receive £500 each, tax-free
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Wagestream – a financial health app that enables you to track your earnings, save automatically, receive pay advances, purchase vouchers, and access financial support and education

Who are we?

Choice Care is one of the UK’s leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions. With over 30 years’ experience, we are at the forefront of national best practice, with among the highest CQC ratings of any comparable organization. We are also proud to be one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the second year in a row!

Our homes are more than just places to live; they’re like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close-knit community, with its own unique personality, built on trust and unconditional care. Our colleagues build strong bonds with the people they care for, helping to create enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem.

In every Choice Care home, there’s a strong emphasis on living life to the full and having fun, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. There are also regular social events, projects, outings, and holiday breaks that everyone can participate in and enjoy.

Where will you work?

Opened in 2020, Bridgman House is one of Choice Care's newest residential homes. It provides care and support for up to 12 individuals with mental health conditions. Bridgman House is a spacious 10-bedroom bungalow with an additional 2 apartments, designed to support people primarily with mental health needs such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorder, and autism. The apartments offer annexe-style accommodation for individuals who benefit from a more bespoke environment and support.

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