Weekend Care & Support Worker for Learning Disabilities

Black Country Housing Group; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced weekend and bank holiday pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff recognition & attendance rewards

Life assurance & contributory pension

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Black Country Housing Group is seeking a part-time Support Worker to assist tenants in Brockmoor and Brierly Hill. The role involves personal care, housing support, budgeting and accompanying tenants to activities. You will contribute to care plans and maintain accurate records, including medication and daily events.

The position includes weekend duties with shift flexibility and benefits. Applicants should have a driving licence, experience with learning disabilities, and an NVQ2 in Health &

Qualifications

• A full driving licence and the ability to drive.
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.
• Experience of maintaining budgets and handling money.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards.
• Knowledge of the needs and requirements of those with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of the rights of people with learning disabilities and how these can be promoted.
• Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.

Responsibilities

• Develop a professional relationship with Tenants and help them to develop a sense of identity and self-esteem.
• Assist Tenants with personal hygiene and care as necessary.
• Assist with all domestic duties for tenants as necessary.
• Escort tenants to and from outside activities when necessary.
• Be aware of tenants’ individual needs and assist in developing appropriate care and support plans.
• Report any concerns to senior staff without delay.
• Record and maintain accurate information regarding medication, care and daily events.
• undertake sleep-in or waking night duties.

Skills

Driving licence

Learning disabilities experience

Budget management

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Knowledge of learning disabilities

Rights of people with learning_disabil

Supporting People & QAF knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Black Country Housing Group is seeking a part-time Support Worker to assist tenants in Brockmoor and Brierly Hill. The role involves personal care, housing support, budgeting and accompanying tenants to activities. You will contribute to care plans and maintain accurate records, including medication and daily events.

The position includes weekend duties with shift flexibility and benefits. Applicants should have a driving licence, experience with learning disabilities, and an NVQ2 in Health &