MAPA Trained Support Worker

Archer Resourcing; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Resourcing recherchent un Support Worker pour fournir des soins aux personnes ayant des besoins variés, notamment des problèmes de santé mentale et des problèmes d'apprentissage. Le rôle implique de soutenir les individus dans leurs tâches quotidiennes, de promouvoir leur indépendance et de travailler avec divers professionnels de la santé.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Formation en MAPA nécessaire.
• Expérience dans un rôle de soutien ou de soins requise.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome ou en équipe.

Responsibilities

• Assister avec les tâches de la vie quotidienne selon le plan de soins.
• Encourager l'indépendance des individus et leur fournir le soutien émotionnel.
• Administrer correctement les médicaments en conformité avec les politiques.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

MAPA training

Experience in care/support

Job description

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As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing care and assistance to individuals with various needs, including physical disabilities, mental health issues, learning difficulties, or elderly care. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and well-being.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility as per the individual's care plan.
• Empowering individuals to live as independently as possible, providing them with the tools and confidence to manage their own lives.
• Ensuring proper administration of medication in line with care plans and medication policies.
• Offering companionship and emotional support, promoting mental well-being and social interaction.
• Following safeguarding procedures, reporting any concerns related to abuse, neglect, or any other risks.
• Assisting individuals with attending medical appointments, social activities, or community engagements.
• Working closely with healthcare professionals, family members, and other support staff to ensure holistic care is provided.

Requirements:

• Must have MAPA training.
• Previous experience in a care or support role.
• A caring and empathetic nature with a passion for helping others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work flexibly and adapt to varying needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, dementia, or mental health conditions.
• Enthusiastic about helping individuals achieve their full potential.
• Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months. On the update service? You could be fast tracked through our recruitment process today.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS if you do not currently hold one.

Working with Archer Resourcing

We have been helping professionals find exciting new roles for a number of years, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities.

We operate across the UK, and, with amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK social care, we give you the best chance of landing your next role.

Due the high demand of CV's received we are unable to respond to all applications. However, we may hold your CV on file and contact you for future suitable roles.

We also offer a £250 referral bonus should you know of anyone who may be interested.