Support Worker - Complex Needs

Highland Home Carers; Inverness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Paid training

Free uniforms & PPE

Contributory pension 4%

Employee ownership

Job summary

Highland Home Carers is seeking a kind, patient Support Practitioner to help a non-verbal young man with a learning disability enjoy local community activities. This part-time role involves supporting him to access activities in and around the community, in a safe and supportive environment.

Activities include walks, train/bus trips, swimming, visiting cafes and trips out, plus attending a local day centre. Prior health/social care experience is beneficial, and full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Care experience is beneficial for health and social care roles.
• Ability to support someone with a learning disability in community activities.
• A patient, compassionate, and reliable approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Support local community access in a safe, positive manner.
• Assist with activities such as walks, train/bus trips and swimming.
• Take part in visits to cafes and community venues.
• Help the individual attend a local day centre.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Active outdoors

Community involvement

Job description

Support Worker - Complex Needs - Dedicated Package

• Reporting to : Assistant Manager
• Contract : Permanent
• Hours : Part Time

Benefits of working for HHC:

• £13.50 standard hourly rate
• Access to Early Pay (a system that allows you to draw down your salary in advance of the monthly pay date)
• Paid training delivered at our Adult Social Care Academy
• Free SVQ opportunities within our own SQA Centre
• As an employee-owned company any annual profits and shares in the company are shared equally regardless of role (subject to qualifying period)
• Free Uniforms and PPE (where required)
• Contributory Pension Scheme (Company pays 4%)
• Access to company pool cars to perform duties in emergencies
• Company sick pay
• Refer a friend scheme (£500 per referral, terms and conditions apply)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Scheme for you and your family run by Health Hero
• The ability to join the Blue Light Card Scheme that brings you huge savings on the brands you love.

Care For a Career with Highland Home Carers

Highland Home Carers is the leading home care provider in the Highlands and is at the forefront of the care profession in Scotland.

From long term complex care through to support with everyday living, HHC can provide a high-quality care service, tailored to individual requirements. Our service allows people to remain independent in the comfort of their own home, without compromising the quality of their care.

Make a difference, one adventure at a time!

We are looking for a kind, caring, patient and enthusiastic Support Practitioner to support a young gentleman with a learning disability who is non-verbal, to enjoy getting out and about in his local community.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys being active, getting outdoors and supporting others to live a happy, fulfilling and meaningful life.

About the Role

The successful applicant will support him to access his local community, enjoy his favourite activities and experience new adventures in a safe, positive and supportive way.

Activities include:

• Going for walks and exploring local area
• Train/Bus trips
• Swimming
• Visiting cafes and trips out in the community
• Supporting him to attend a local day centre

The Ideal Candidate

• Caring, compassionate and reliable.
• A keen walker who enjoys being active and outdoors.
• Patient, understanding and attentive to individual needs.
• Confident supporting someone with a learning disability.
• Enthusiastic about community activities, swimming and public transport.
• Committed to promoting dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing.

Previous experience in health and social care would be beneficial; however, full training will be provided.

Hours of Support

• Tuesday 1200 - 1600
• Thursday 1030-1530
• Friday 1200-1600

Total: 17 hours per week, there may be some flexibility within these. Additional hours available to cover annual leave/sickness and periods of live-in respite.

Could This Be the Role for You?

Overseas Applicants Please note

• As this role is Part Time, it is not suitable for applicants requiring sponsorship