Home Care Support Workers (Clement Court)

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a permanent Home Care Support Worker to join their team within the Clement Court Extra Care Housing Scheme. This role involves providing care and support to individuals in their apartments, focusing on dignity and personal choice. Candidates should be passionate about improving lives, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a positive attitude. The position requires availability for flexible shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference to individuals' lives.
• Ability to apply person-centred approaches.
• Availability to work 5 days out of 7 including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Clement Court Extra Care Housing Scheme.
• Support individuals with personal hygiene needs.
• Prepare meals and assist with medication.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Creativity

Flexibility

Job description

We are looking to recruit a permanent Home Care Support Worker to work within the Clement Court Extra Care Housing Scheme.

Clement Court Extra Care Housing scheme provides care and support to a number of individuals who live in their own apartments within Clement Court.

You will work with an established team of carers placing emphasis on dignity and choice, promoting independence, and supporting individuals with personal hygiene needs, preparing meals and taking medication.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference to Individuals Lives and are able to apply person centred approaches.

Qualities

• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude that will enhance the positive experiences of the individuals.
• Ability to demonstrate good practice in your work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use your own initiative and think creatively.
• A flexible approach to ensure we meet changing needs of the individuals we support and the service we provide.

You will need to be available to work 5 days out of 7 on a rolling rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays (for which enhancements are paid), between the hours of 7am -10pm. Additional hours are often available although this cannot be guaranteed.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

Closing Date: 4th January 2025

Interviews: tbc

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.