Community Support Worker Micare

Rutland County Council; Oakham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Rutland County Council is seeking a MiCareSupportWorker to help adults develop and maintain daily living skills, including personal care, and to support participation in community life.

You will undertake health-related tasks such as prompting medications, assist with physiotherapy exercises, and you must obtain an enhanced DBS check funded by the council; a full driving licence is required to travel across the county. Comprehensive induction and funded qualifications are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• Comprehensive induction, a personalised training plan, and full funding to undertake the QCF Diploma and Level 2 Health and Social Care qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support adults in developing and maintaining daily living skills, including personal care.
• Assist with tasks such as washing, dressing, showering, meal preparation, household activities, and community participation.
• Carry out delegated health-related tasks, including prompting prescribed medication, creams, eye/ear drops, catheter care, and assisting with physiotherapy exercises.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Relationship building

Willingness to learn

People-first attitude

Education

QCF Diploma

Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

Working Hours: 30 hours

Interview Date(s): To be confirmed

Are you looking for a rewarding career? We are seeking dedicated individuals with the passion and commitment to support others in making meaningful changes in their lives and enabling them to live independently. Our goal is to ensure that everyone who uses our service has the most positive experience possible, and we strive to go above and beyond to help people re engage with their communities and live their fullest, most independent lives.

About the Role

As a MiCareSupportWorker, you will:

• Support adults in developing and maintaining daily living skills, including personal care
• Assist with tasks such as washing, dressing, showering, meal preparation, household activities, and participation in community life
• Carry out delegated health related tasks, including prompting prescribed medication, supporting the use of prescribed creams, eye and ear drops, catheter care, and assisting with physiotherapy recommended exercises

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Costs for the DBS are covered by Rutland County Council.

Please note that you will need a full driving licence to enable you to travel across the county.

About you

• You are caring and compassionate
• You build strong relationships based on trust
• You are eager to learn and develop new skills
• You are committed to putting the needs of the people you support first

Relevant Experience

Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential - we welcome applications from individuals with varying levels of experience. We provide a comprehensive induction, a personalised training plan, and full funding to undertake the QCF Diploma and Level 2 Health and Social Care qualifications.

Our benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance

For further information on the benefits of working for Rutland, please see our careers page: Jobs and volunteering | Rutland County Council

Our Values

Our values - Passionate,Ambitious, WorkTogether, and Make a Difference - guide everything we do. We're looking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities