Home Support Worker - South and North Short Term and Urgent Support and Mobile Response

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Mobile phone provided

Funded DBS checks

Pension scheme

Staff discount schemes

Job summary

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking compassionate Home Support Workers to join the Short Term and Urgent Support teams across Kirklees. You will assist people recently discharged from hospital and provide urgent support after a fall, helping clients regain independence at home.

Role involves personal care, mobility support, meal assistance, and working as part of a supportive team with flexible shifts including 21, 25 and 28 hours. Travel is required and a driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK and immigration checks before applying.
• Full driving licence and access to a car is preferred due to travel requirements.
• Flexibility with shift patterns and travel to sites across Kirklees.

Responsibilities

• Support therapy and exercise plans and outdoor mobility practice.
• Provide personal care, medication assistance, meal support and daily living tasks.
• Assist in preventing hospital admissions by enabling rehabilitation at home.
• Work as part of a team to plan and deliver safe, compassionate care.

Job description

Please note that these roles do not meet the current requirements for sponsorship. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they have the right to work in the UK and for checking whether they meet the relevant immigration requirements before applying.

Are you a caring and compassionate individual looking to make a real difference in people's lives?

Then join our amazing Home Support Team at Kirklees Council!

We are expanding our service and have exciting opportunities for you to become a Home Support Worker in our Short Term and Urgent Support teams across Kirklees.

As a Home Support Worker, you'll be an essential part of our mission to help rehabilitate individuals to be as independent as possible.

From assisting those recently discharged from the hospital to providing urgent support after a fall, your dedication will play a crucial role in preventing hospital admissions and supporting people in their homes.

Your workday will be dynamic and diverse, encompassing various tasks such as supporting therapy and exercise plans, outdoor mobility practice, personal care, medication assistance, meal support, and more.

Every individual we support is unique, and you'll have the opportunity to listen to their stories and experiences, making each day truly remarkable.

At Kirklees Home Support, we foster a strong sense of teamwork, where we collaborate closely to ensure the best possible care for our clients.

You'll be part of a supportive environment, sharing knowledge and skills to help people achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.

We understand the importance of flexibility, which is why we offer a selection of different shift patterns including 21 and 25 hour contracts across both North and South Kirklees and 28 hours with Mobile Response.

Salary for 21 hours: £14,999.11 - £15,237.49 per annum plus 7% enhancement = £16,049.04 - £16,304.11

Salary for 25 hours: £17,856.08 - £18,139.86 per annum plus 7% enhancement = £19,106 - £19,409.65

Salary for 28 hours: £19,998.81 - £20,316.65 per annum plus 7% enhancement = £21,398.72 - £21,738.81

Hourly rate including 7% enhancement is £14.65 - £14.89

We provide paid full shifts, mileage and travel time reimbursement, generous annual leave, mobile phones, and funded DBS checks.

You'll also have access to Employee Health Care, paid training time (including accredited training), and a range of other benefits, including a pension scheme and staff discount schemes.

Working for our team opens up exciting opportunities for personal development and career progression, allowing you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Please note: Travel is a requirement of this job, and it is therefore essential that you hold a full and valid driving licence and ideallyhave use of your own car. (Exceptions may be made for disabled applicants).

If you're ready to join a supportive and fulfilling team where your compassion and dedication will be truly valued, don't miss this chance to make a real difference.

If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Alison Hakier on [e-mail] or Suzanne Jackson on [e-mail]

Please note this is a rolling advert that will close once all the roles are filled. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.