Support Worker - Boston House (OL8)

Keys Children; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

QCF qualifications

Circle wellbeing

Discount scheme

NEST pension

Fair pay

Referral bonus

Induction program

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a full-time position at Boston House in Oldham. You will join a team supporting adults with complex needs to progress their rehabilitation goals and maintain independence, in a neuro rehabilitation setting.

Role involves assisting with daily living, health care needs, medication administration when trained, budgeting support, and following therapy plans from the Therapy team.

Qualifications

• Promoting independence and engagement in rehabilitation after brain injury.
• Supporting health care needs, accompanying to routine appointments and managing medications when trained.
• Empowering people to manage budgets, bills, menus, shopping and domestic tasks per therapy goals.
• Assisting with personal care.
• Following tailored therapy programmes set by Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapist and OT.

Responsibilities

• Promoting independence and engagement in rehabilitation after brain injury.
• Supporting health care needs, accompanying to routine appointments and managing medications when trained.
• Empowering people to manage budgets, bills, menus, shopping and domestic tasks per therapy goals.
• Assisting with personal care.
• Following tailored therapy programmes set by Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapist and OT.

Job description

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Working Hours:

34.5

Location:

Oldham, Manchester

Job Category:

Care and Support

Region:

Greater Manchester

Business Area:

Adult Residential - England

Package Description

JOB ROLE:Support Worker - Full Time 34.5 Hours

LOCATION: Oldham, Manchester (OL8)

About Boston House:

Boston House provides slow stream Neuro Rehabilitation for 17 adults who have complex needs following a brain injury, you will work in conjunction with a Neuro- Therapy Team assisting the people we support with their ongoing rehabilitation goals

As a Support and Therapy Assistant you will be part of a team who excel in being an active and positive influence encouraging the people we support to work towards a brighter future. Duties will include:

• Promoting independence with the people we support and encouraging them to engage in their rehabilitation journey following their Brain Injury.
• Supporting our people to manage their health care needs, including accompanying the people we support to routine appointments, hospital admissions and administrating medication when fully trained.
• Empowering the people we support to manage budgets, pay bills, menu planning, shopping and support with domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking in line with their therapy goals set by the therapy team.
• Assisting with personal care.
• Supporting to follow tailored programmes of therapies set by our Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist.
• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependent on experience and qualification