Support Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Support Worker for Islington Council, located in London. The role involves delivering care according to personalised support plans, assisting with medication, and supporting with dietary needs. Candidates should have at least a Level 2 NVQ or QCF Level 3 and experience with adults who have complex needs. This initial temporary contract may lead to a permanent position. Competitive salary depending on experience.

Benefits

Generous referral fee

Qualifications

• Experience of working with adults with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.
• Ability to document and record all activity and observations accurately.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care and support according to personalised support plans.
• Carry out support plans and provide medication support as defined.

Skills

Experience with adults with complex needs

Ability to document and record accurately

Education

Level 2 NVQ or QCF Level 3

Job description

We are currently representing Islington Council, offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate negotiable dependent upon experience.

We are looking for a Support Worker. This role will be: Daylight, 14-16 Highbury Grove, London, Islington, N5 2EA.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will deliver care and support to people in accordance with their personalised support plans. This may include personal care tasks, domestic tasks and acquiring independent living skills.
• To carry out Support plans and provision of care and support.
• To provide support with medication as detailed in each person's Support Plan and in accordance with NICE Guideline (NG67) and Services Medication Policy. The term 'medicines support' defined as any support that enables a person to manage their medicines.
• To keep concise legible records and complete documentation which complies with organisational and professional standards.
• To provide support and assistance with nutritional needs and specific dietary requirements as detailed in each person's Support Plan.
• To report any safeguarding concerns immediately, whether confirmed or suspected, to the Duty Manager in line with the Councils Safeguarding Policies & Procedures.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ or QCF Level 3.
• Experience of working with adults with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge within a learning disability/Sensory/Physical or older people's setting is preferred.
• Ability to document and record all activity and observations relevantly and accurately, with a focus on progress towards the persons identified goals.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed).

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon.