On Call Support Assistant (Female)

Diverse Abilities; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in adult services is seeking a female on-call assistant to join their Supported Living team in Poole. This role involves providing care and support to adults with disabilities in their own homes, ensuring their independence and well-being. The position offers flexible hours and a commitment to safeguarding, with various benefits including paid training and long service awards.

Benefits

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Pensions

Paid holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid training

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and support to adults with disabilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent support and care to adults with disabilities.
• Maintaining accurate daily records.
• Supporting daily living tasks to promote independence.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence

Understanding of resource management

Ability to manage workload independently

Job description

Adult Services - Supporting Living, Poole & Bournemouth

We are looking to recruit a female on-call assistant to join our Supported Living team providing care to adults with disabilities in their own homes. Our team works around the clock, 24/7, 365 days a year, to deliver care and support. Join a diverse team of dedicated professionals making a difference in people's lives.

*Due to current service demands, we require a FEMALE On-Call Support Assistant.*

Vacancy 1 - 25 hours per week:

• Week one: Monday 5pm - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Tuesday), Wednesday 7am - midday (on call overnight until 7am Thursday), Friday 7am - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Saturday)
• Week two: Sunday 7am - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Monday), Friday midday - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Saturday)

Vacancy 2 - 15 hours per week:

• Week one: Sunday 5pm - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Monday), Monday 7am - midday, Friday 5pm - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Saturday)
• Week two: Sunday 5pm - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Monday), Wednesday 5pm - 10pm (on call overnight until 7am Thursday)

Role responsibilities include:

• Providing excellent support and care
• Maintaining accurate daily records
• Supporting daily living tasks to promote independence

Essential skills required:

• Full UK manual driving licence
• Understanding of resource management and planning
• Ability to manage workload independently

For full details on requirements and skills, please refer to the detailed job description linked above.

Commitment to safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. A full work history, including any gaps, must be provided. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required before starting. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and bonuses:

We offer a range of rewards, including discounts via Blue Light Card, pensions, paid holiday, cycle-to-work scheme, and paid training. Long service awards are also provided at milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years, including bonuses, vouchers, and extra time off.

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