Support Worker

The Priory Group; Highweek; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Highweek is looking for a full-time Support Worker to join their compassionate team. The role involves assisting individuals with personal care, helping with daily activities, and providing emotional support. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and a passion for making a difference in people's lives. This position includes 12-hour shifts and offers a competitive rate of £12.90 per hour, with opportunities for personal growth and skill development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Keen to learn and compassionate towards individuals requiring support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assessment and implementation of patient care plans.
• Support residents with personal care such as washing and dressing.
• Help individuals attend medical appointments and record their well-being.

Skills

Compassion

Positive attitude

Ability to promote independent living

Job description

Job Description

Fairview Lodge is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join their team. This is a full time role.

Shifts

12 hour shifts that would consist of days, nights, and rota weekend (8AM-8PM and 8PM-8AM)

Rate

£12.90 per hour

Location

Fair View Lodge is located in the market town of Newton Abbot. We offer residential support for three adults who are autistic or have a learning disability. Our home is located in a pleasant residential area, within walking distance of the town centre.

Our team are dedicated to providing the people we care for with the skills they need to live a healthier and happy life in their own communities. We know our residents have a variety of different needs and we work to ensure that their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs are met.

It would be ideal if you have previous experience gained in a similar role. However whilst this is valuable, we are looking for individuals who display the right values and behaviours in order to make a difference to people’s lives. You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people we support.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work.

As a Support Worker, you will assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents. You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you’ll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.

• Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care
• Performing light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes
• Assisting with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals
• Assistance and support to attend medical appointments
• Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff
• Supporting the development of important family connections and liaising with specialists, including Speech & Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams
• Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth