Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Part-Time Weekend

Black Country Housing Group; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced weekend pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Attendance reward

Life assurance

Contributory pension

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Black Country Housing Group in Brockmoor, Brierly Hill is seeking a part-time Support Worker to assist adults with complex support needs. The role includes personal care, daily living tasks, and helping tenants build self-esteem.

Scheduled for 14 hours per week with weekend work, based in our community services. The ideal applicant will have a driving licence, relevant experience with learning disabilities, and a commitment to completing relevant qualifications.

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 requirements of those with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of the rights of people with learning disabilities and how these can be promoted.
• Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.
• Desirable: Previous experience working for a not for profit/charitable organisation.

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

Driving licence

Experience with learning disabilities

Budget management

Learning disabilities knowledge

Rights of people with learning disabil

Quality framework understanding

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Black Country Housing Group in Brockmoor, Brierly Hill is seeking a part-time Support Worker to assist adults with complex support needs. The role includes personal care, daily living tasks, and helping tenants build self-esteem.

Scheduled for 14 hours per week with weekend work, based in our community services. The ideal applicant will have a driving licence, relevant experience with learning disabilities, and a commitment to completing relevant qualifications.