Support Worker

FitzRoy; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Dartford is seeking a Support Worker to assist residents with learning disabilities and complex health needs. The role involves supporting individuals with personal care, engaging them in activities, and ensuring a high quality of life. Flexibility is required, with both full-time and part-time shifts available. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support roles is preferred.
• Full driving license and willingness to drive adapted vehicles are preferred.
• Must be willing to support personal care activities.

Responsibilities

• Support residents based on their individual needs.
• Engage residents in various activities like shopping and crafts.
• Assist with personal care routines such as showers and baths.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

FitzRoy are pleased to be recruiting a Support Worker for our Residential care home in Stone, Dartford, close to Bluewater shopping centre. The home provides social care and support for up to 12 residents with learning disabilities, including physical disabilities and complex health needs. It is split into two sides across one level, with 6 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, dining room and lounge in each side.

People we support enjoy a spacious living area with a large garden which is put to good use in the summer months. Residents have been supported to decorate and furnish their home how they wish. All bathrooms are adapted with ceiling hoists included. There are hydrotherapy baths and areas of the home set up for sensory experiences. Our staff support residents to access the community whether it is to the local day centre, rebound therapy, out for a meal, personal shopping or even to watch the local football team play! We have an adapted vehicle to support people out and about. Turnbull Close has always had feedback that it is a homely, welcoming, and inclusive environment.

If you enjoy supporting people to maintain a high quality of life and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this vacancy.

Vacancies available :

• Weekday rates from £12.35ph rising to £14.85ph with overtime (above 37.5 hours), weekend rates from £13.58ph rising to £16.08ph with overtime (above 37.5 hours).
• Full Time and Part Time 22.5 or 30 hours per week, must be flexible and meet the needs of the service.
• Typical shift patterns : 07.30-15.00 or 14.30-22.00 but vary based on the needs of the service.
• Sleep-in shifts paid at a flat rate of £50
• Alternate weekend work required at an enhanced pay rate as mentioned above.
• For this role it is preferred that you have a full driving licence and are willing to drive FitzRoy vehicles.

The role :

• Supporting everyone differently to their individual needs.
• Be actively involved in a range of people’s interests and activities from shopping, to crafts to bowling or swimming.
• Support and encourage with personal care, such as showers and baths.