Support worker

JustInTime Healthcare Services Limited; Leigh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Leigh seeks a Support Worker to assist in all aspects of care for service users. The role offers variable shift patterns, includes tasks such as administering medication, and requires strong interpersonal skills. Training can be provided, and candidates should hold or be willing to obtain a valid DBS check.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid DBS check, which can be applied for if not currently held.
• Driver preferred but not essential.
• Friendly and able to engage with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care and support.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Manage and administer medication as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Experience in care

Job description

Overview

Support worker || Leigh and Wigan, Greater Manchester || Complex Care. Variable shift patterns available: 08:00-14:00 (Morning and Lunch Calls); 16:00-22:00 (Tea and Bed Calls); 22:00-08:00 (Waking Nights).

Role and Responsibilities

• To be an integral part of the team to support with all aspects of the care role
• Provide person centered care
• Provide support in daily living activities
• Manage and administer medication
• Understand, adhere to, and follow care standards. Policies and procedures
• Keep all records up to date with accurate information
• Provide support with personal care (Undressing, bathing, dressing, toileting, continence care)
• Provide support with Nutrition and Hydration - Meal Preparation
• Engage with the service user
• Light Domestic Duties/Shopping
• Make sure that safe care practices are adhered to
• Using Moving and Handling equipment
• Communicate with other colleagues and senior level staff
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Must be hard working, reliable and honest
• Experience preferred but not essential as full training can be provided
• Must hold a valid DBS / this can also be obtained if you do not have one
• Driver preferred but not essential
• Be friendly and able to engage with others
• Must have empathy towards others

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must hold a valid DBS / this can also be obtained if you do not have one
• Driver preferred but not essential
• Be friendly and able to engage with others
• Must have empathy towards others