Care Practitioner - 03868

West Berkshire Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Local government pension

Family friendly policies

Local discounts

Wellbeing programme & EAP

Annual leave 27 days + 5 days after 5 

Job summary

West Berkshire Council is seeking a Care Practitioner for the Day Opportunities team at Greenfield House Resource Centre in Reading. You will provide person-centred support to adults with disabilities, helping them live fulfilling lives, maintain wellbeing and build independence at the centre and in the community.

You will plan and deliver meaningful activities, respond to changing needs, assist with transport as a passenger helper when required, and maintain clear records.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dependable with ability to connect with people of varied abilities.
• Confident English communication; follows instructions and procedures.
• Willing to learn, undertake training and use Outlook and a web browser.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with physical, nutritional and personal care needs while promoting choice and independence.
• Plan and deliver meaningful group and individual activities at the centre.
• Respond calmly to changing needs or illness following policies and procedures.
• Act as a passenger assistant when required for travel to/from the centre.
• Complete records and assist with day-to-day tasks including snacks, laundry and equipment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and other stakeholders while upholding confidentiality and excellent customer service.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Communication in English

Education

Level 2 care qualification

Food-handling certification

Tools

Outlook

Web browser

Job description

Are you kind, patient and committed to helping people live fulfilling lives? We are looking for a Care Practitioner to join our Day Opportunities team at Greenfield House Resource Centre. You will provide person-centred support to adults with physical and learning disabilities, dementia and other cognitive challenges, helping each person build independence, maintain wellbeing and fulfil their potential both at the centre and in the community.

About The Role

• Support customers with their physical, nutritional and personal care needs while promoting choice and maximum independence.
• Help plan and deliver meaningful group and individual activities at the centre.
• Respond calmly and promptly to changing needs, illness or other unexpected situations, following agreed policies and procedures.
• Act as a passenger assistant when required, supporting customers travelling to and from the centre.
• Complete clear records and associated paperwork, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the service through practical tasks such as snacks and hot drinks preparation and laundry duties.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and other stakeholders while upholding confidentiality, equality and excellent customer service.

We are ideally looking to offer the successful candidate the full number of hours advertised above. We may however consider offering less hours than advertised providing they meet the requirements of the role and service which will be determined by the recruiting manager.

About You

You will be a compassionate and dependable person who can connect with people with varied abilities and backgrounds. You will communicate confidently in English, follow instructions and agreed procedures, remain calm in difficult situations, and write clear reports. You will also be comfortable using Outlook and a web browser to access information.

Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential. More important is your willingness to learn, undertake training and work in line with our four core values: Respect, Inclusive, Compassion and Empowerment. You will need to hold, or be willing to work towards, a relevant Level 2 care qualification and food-handling certification.

The successful applicant will be expected to work flexibly and may occasionally be required to work at another site. Appointment will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks.

West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As

• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.

Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

For any other post requiring a DBS:

This role involves regulated activity with adults at risk. As such, appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the relevant Barred List(s).

In this post you will be required to maintain continuous registration with the DBS Update Service for the duration of your employment.

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