Empowering Support Worker (Part-Time, Weekend Shifts)

Black Country Housing Group; Rowley Regis; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced weekend and bank holiday pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff recognition scheme and 100% ann.

Life assurance and contributorypensi

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Black Country Housing Group is seeking a Support Worker to assist adults with complex support needs in Brockmoor, Brierly Hill. The role is part-time (14 hours) including weekends and paid at £13.12 per hour, with opportunities for permanent progression.

Responsibilities include building professional relationships with tenants, supporting daily living needs, and documenting care and daily events. A driving licence and experience with learning disabilities are essential, with a focus on

Qualifications

• A full driving licence and the ability to drive.
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.
• Experience of maintaining budgets and handling money.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards.
• Knowledge of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities.
• Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.

Responsibilities

• To develop a professional relationship with Tenants and help them to develop a sense of identity and self-esteem.
• To assist Tenants with personal hygiene and care as necessary.
• To assist with all domestic duties for tenants as necessary.
• To escort tenants to and from outside activities when necessary or required.
• To be aware at all times of tenants’ individual needs and assist in developing appropriate care and support plans to meet these needs.
• To ensure any concerns relating to tenants or issues raised by tenants are reported without delay to senior staff.
• To record and maintain accurate and timely information with regards to medication, care, and daily events.
• To undertake any sleep-in or waking night duties.

Skills

Full driving licence

Experience with learning disabilities

Budget management

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

Black Country Housing Group is seeking a Support Worker to assist adults with complex support needs in Brockmoor, Brierly Hill. The role is part-time (14 hours) including weekends and paid at £13.12 per hour, with opportunities for permanent progression.

Responsibilities include building professional relationships with tenants, supporting daily living needs, and documenting care and daily events. A driving licence and experience with learning disabilities are essential, with a focus on