Support Worker - Extra Care

Radis Community Care; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nat West Cushon Pension

Free uniform and PPE

Structured career progression

Out of Hours support

Full training provided

Paid Shadowing

Refer a friend payment

Mandatory refresher training - PAID

Job summary

Radis Community Care is seeking a Part Time Support Worker for the Extra Care Scheme at Cullum Road, IP33 3PB. You will assist elderly residents to maintain independence, support with mobility and daily tasks in a respectful, person-centered way.

The role involves personal care, social activities, and promoting dignity, with the on-site care team and training provided. Morning and late shifts, with alternate weekends; 16+ hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience in elderly or frailty care is advantageous.
• Commitment to person-centred care and dignity.
• Ability to work with individuals with varying mobility and independence levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Support mobility and safe movement to dining areas and activities.
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
• Promote independence, dignity and respect in all interactions.

Skills

Personal care

Mobility assistance

Empathy & communication

Job description

Radis Community Care are looking for a Part Time Support worker to join Radis team at Cullum Road,IP33 3PB.

Cullum Road has 32 one and two-bedroom apartments for older people wanting to retain an independent lifestyle, while having the reassurance of a familiar and dedicated care team on site

16+ hours per week, morning and late shifts, alternate weekends. Annual leave and sickness cover available.

At this present time, we are unable to consider Sponsorship for this role.

About the role

As a Support Worker in our Extra Care Scheme, your primary responsibility is to assist elderly individuals who are experiencing physical frailty, helping them maintain as much independence as possible. This includes supporting people we support with restricted mobility by aiding them in moving safely to dining areas for meals, communal spaces for social engagement, and back to the privacy of their own rooms when requested.

The role will require you to assist people we support with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing. You will have the opportunity to take part in physical and mental stimulation by taking part in recreational and social activities with people, both individually and as a group.

The core aim of this role is to promote independence, choice, dignity, and respect, consistently delivering care to the highest standard.

Benefits for the Role

• Nat West Cushon Pension
• Free uniform and PPE
• Fully structured support for all Radis staff available with excellent career progression
• Out of Hours support
• Full training provided at no additional cost to yourself.
• Paid Shadowing
• Refer a friend payment (Subject to conditions)
• Mandatory refresher training - PAID

About Radis

Radis Community Care was established in 2001 and has grown to become a leading provider of community based Social Care and support, employing over 2500 staff and supporting nearly 4000 vulnerable adults and children who live with a range of different health needs in England and Wales. This could include Dementia, Mental Health, Learning Disability, Physical Disability.

We tailor to meet people we supports individual needs, our care ranges from Live-In Care, Extra Care, Visiting Care, Supported Living and Nurse Lead care.

Radis Community Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer that welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

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