Support Worker - Hamilton

Keane Premier Healthcare; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support service provider in Glasgow is seeking compassionate individuals to assist service users in maintaining their independence. Responsibilities include personal care, medication support, and facilitating access to healthcare. No prior experience is needed, but candidates should have a passion for enhancing user experiences. This role offers flexible working patterns and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle whilst on shift

Wage stream access

28 days pro rata holidays

Flexible working patterns

Extensive training and development

24/7 employee support

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for enhancing service users' experiences.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness of diversity.
• Ability to adhere to adult protection protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support service users in personal care.
• Assist with medication as required.
• Help meet nutritional needs of service users.
• Perform light house duties.
• Assist with finances according to policy.
• Ensure access to healthcare as needed.
• Communicate effectively with service users.
• Encourage relationships with family and community.
• Report progress on appropriate platforms.

Job description

Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.

As Keane Premier Support Services continually seek to grow, we have new and exciting opportunities for compassionate and hard-working individuals.

You will work as part of the KPSS team to support service users in the community to help promote their independence.

Please note that whilst this role is primarily for the Hamilton area, you may be expected to work in other parts of South Lanarkshire as and when required.

What do we offer you in return for your motivation and outstanding work?

• Company vehicle whist on shift.
• Wage stream - access a portion of your wages before pay day.
• 28 days pro rata holidays.
• Flexible working patterns to promote work-life balance.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• 24/7 employee support through the Employee Assistance Programme.
• High street discounts through Blue Light Card.

Main responsibilities:

• Support service users in all aspects of personal care.
• Support service users with medication where required.
• Assist service users to meet their nutritional needs.
• Carry out light house duties.
• Assist service users with finances as per company policy.
• Ensure service users have access to healthcare, if required.
• Utilise all communication methods to listen and talk to service users to promote their wellbeing.
• Encourage the relationships service users have with family, friends, and wider community.
• At all times, be mindful of equality and diversity, and behave in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Be aware of adult protection issues and report accordingly.
• Report a service users progress on the correct platforms.

Desirable Requirements:

• Full UK Driving License is highly desirable

You do not need to have any experience; we are just looking for individuals who have a real passion for enhancing the experiences of our service users, helping them to live an independent life.

Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.

*This post is subject to a PVG and 2 satisfactory references*