Bank Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support service in Twickenham is seeking compassionate Bank Support Workers to provide care in homes and community settings. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, promoting independence, and maintaining records. The position requires flexibility for evening and weekend shifts. Previous experience is desirable but not essential. Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering individuals.

Benefits

Sense of purpose

Social impact

Skill development

Positive workplace culture

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar care/support role is desirable but not essential.
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable.
• Confidence in delivering personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to individuals in their homes.
• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care and medication administration.
• Promote independence and support individuals to achieve their personal goals.
• Work flexibly to meet service needs, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Compassionate and caring nature

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Flexibility to work various shifts

Experience with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Job description

Overview

As a Bank Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to individuals in their homes or community settings, assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration, promote independence and support individuals to achieve their personal goals, maintain accurate records and reports, and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to individuals in their homes or community settings.
• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
• Promote independence and support individuals to achieve their personal goals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Provide support 24/7, including waking night shifts and sleep-ins. Support typically provided on a 1:1 and 2:1, although shared support may be required for group activities or outings.

About the Company

At Walsingham Support, we are committed to providing high-quality care and support services. Our mission is to empower individuals to live independently and with dignity. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Bank Support Workers to join our team on a zero hours contract basis.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar care/support role is desirable but not essential.
• A compassionate and caring nature.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required.
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable.
• Experience with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches is desirable.
• Applicants should be confident in delivering personal care and prepared to support individuals who may present with behaviours that challenge, if needed.

Why Work With Us

• SENSE OF PURPOSE: Many people find working for a charity to be more personally fulfilling because they contribute to a cause or mission that aligns with their values.
• SOCIAL IMPACT: Charities typically focus on addressing social issues, whether it's healthcare, education, poverty, or the environment.
• DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT: Charities often have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, reflecting the diverse communities they serve.
• SKILL DEVELOPMENT: Working for a charity may provide opportunities for employees to develop a wide range of skills.
• COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Charities are usually deeply connected to the communities they serve.
• FLEXIBILITY AND PASSION-DRIVEN WORK: While this may not be universally true, some charities offer a more flexible work environment, recognising the passion and commitment of employees.
• POSITIVE WORKPLACE CULTURE: Charities often foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture where employees share a common goal and work together to achieve it.
• YOU ARE NOT MAKING MONEY FOR A BOARD OF DIRECTORS: At Walsingham, any surplus funds generated by the charity goes back into the care of the service users, not pay bonuses to directors.
• JOB STABILITY: Charities are less likely to take risks when expanding, and others do not issue stock or pay dividends as rewards.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.