Care Assistant AD

TN United Kingdom; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join their Complex Care Service. In this rewarding role, you will empower individuals with severe autism and learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living skills, personal care, and promoting social inclusion. The position offers a competitive salary and valuable training opportunities, making it ideal for compassionate individuals eager to make a positive impact. If you are passionate about supporting those with complex needs and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Local and national discounts

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate individual eager to support people with disabilities.
• Willingness to achieve SSSC registration and complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills and personal care for individuals with autism.
• Support individuals in managing anxieties and facilitating social inclusion.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis Management

Education

SCQF Level 6

SVQ2

Tools

CALM physical intervention training

Job description

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Job Role: Care Assistant within the Complex Care Service

As a Care Assistant, you will work as part of a team to empower individuals with severe autism and learning disabilities. Your goal is to help them take control of their lives and achieve their full potential within society.

You will promote social inclusion and facilitate access to community settings. Support will be provided in a person-centred way, encouraging living skills at home and promoting social inclusion principles.

Your responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, personal care, housework, shopping, cooking, attending appointments, administering medication, and maintaining records in support plans. You will also support individuals in managing anxieties and distress, ensuring their safety.

Additional support involves maintaining contact with family and friends, and facilitating participation in social events, activities, college, work, and holidays.

By working as a Care Assistant for Fife Council, you will earn a competitive salary and access benefits such as:

• Training opportunities and qualifications needed for the role
• Local and national discounts at supermarkets, restaurants, and retail outlets

You will be part of a team providing 24-hour support in various settings, including single tenancies, group homes, and core and cluster services. The role involves shift work, including days, sleepovers, and night shifts, in accordance with the National Care Standards.

A link to the role profile is included at the bottom of the advert for more details about the job and the qualities we seek.

The Person

If you are caring, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, enjoy working with people with disabilities, complex behaviors, and autism, this role is for you. Our active service users participate in activities like walking and swimming. You may need to undertake CALM physical intervention training to support distressed individuals safely. Please apply.

Pre-employment requirements:

• Obtain PVG scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland
• Achieve or be willing to achieve the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration requirements, including SCQF Level 6 or SVQ2 within the first registration period

You must register with the SSSC within 6 months of employment and complete the required Post Registration Training and Learning (PRTL).