Support Worker

24-7 Recruitment Services; Melrose; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a caring Support Worker in Melrose to provide person-centered support to individuals with diverse needs. Responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, and assistance with daily living activities. Must be registered with SSSC and available for night shifts. Training in PEG and Epilepsy management is required. Competitive pay rate between £12.21 - £16.72 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with SSSC.
• Available for night shift cover.
• Training required: PEG, Epilepsy, Medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with health care needs.
• Administer medication and provide personal care.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication

Personal care assistance

Medication administration

Emotional support

Education

SVQ Level II or III

Tools

Medication management tools

Job description

Job title: Support Worker

Location: Melrose, Roxburghshire, TD6

Pay rate: between £12.21 - £16.72 per hour

About the Role

We're looking for a caring individual who is passionate about delivering person centred support and can make a positive impact in the lives of those we support.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the service you are deployed to will depend on the responsibilities of your role, you could be involved in some of the following tasks:

• Supporting individuals living within a shared home with limited /nonverbal communication and, who may present with challenging behaviours and have health care needs requiring a high level of care and support.
• Administration of medication, PEG care and epilepsy management, personal care, assisting with mobility using appropriate equipment and managing individual's health care needs.
• Supporting the individuals to engage in daily living activities, supporting with personal care, administering medication, preparing meals, general housekeeping, budget management and support to attend medical appointments
• There is a variety of shift patterns available, including waking night cover, evenings only, weekends only etc. Shift patterns will be discussed in more detail during the interview
• Personal Care: Assist clients with washing, dressing, and personal hygiene while upholding their dignity and privacy.
• Daily Living Skills: Help with household chores such as cleaning and laundry, meal preparation, and managing budgets and bills.
• Emotional Support: Provide a listening ear and emotional support to clients and their families and encourage social inclusion through hobbies and community activities.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including daily logs, incident reports, and care plans.

Support Worker Requirements

• To be eligible for this role you must be registered with SSSC
• Be available to cover night shift
• Be qualified to at least SVQ (Scottish equivalent to NVQ) Level II or ideally SVQ Level III as you will be assisting administration of medication
• Training you will need - due to it being complex care - PEG Training, Epilepsy training, Meds trained

Why Join Us?

At 24-7 Recruitment, we're passionate about people. You'll be part of a supportive, energetic team that values hard work, initiative, and collaboration. If you're looking to develop your career in recruitment and want a role where every day is different, this is the place for you.

Interested?

Apply online today or email #removed# with your CV and our team will be in touch!