Learning Disability Support Worker - Hornchurch, United Kingdom - RG Care

Description

Do you want to try something new? Be a part of making another persons life that little bit easier or happier.

Going home after each day knowing that you have made a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals?


No experience needed, full induction and training given.

The Company

RG Care are a family owned company, with homes in Southend, Tillingham and Hornchurch providing a variety of support from elderly and mental health to learning disabilities and Autism.

Cherry Tree
I am looking for enthusiastic individuals to join my team of hard working and dedicated staff.

Our residents are between the ages of 20 and 40 with various diagnosis such as; Autism, Learning disability, Epilepsy, Non verbal communication, Challenging behaviour and obsessive compulsive disorder.

We are a group of purpose built residential care homes with 7 residents in each. We have gardens and fields surrounding us and a fantastic Day centre on site.

Our residents spend time out in the community, at college, shopping, visiting London or further for day trips as there are great transport links a 5 minute walk from the home.

The Role

Support staff are required to support the residents of The Cherry Tree care home to reach their potential and make the most of their time in a positive and productive way.

This can include a multitude of support depending on the individuals needs;

• Personal care (Bath, shower, hair washing, oral care, toileting, nail care etc.)
• Food preparation / Cooking
• Supporting to complete daily living skills (Laundry, vacuuming, changing bedding, cleaning)
• Administering medication
• Maintain health and safety in the home
• Maintain infection control standards in the home
• Emotional and behavioural support (including support with behaviours that challenge)
• Communication support using visuals and assisted technologies
• Attending medical appointments
• Supporting with activities and hobbies within and outside of the home
• Recording accurate notes of daily activities, nutrition and hydration as well as any incidents, accidents or concerns.
• Participating in team handover at the end of each shift.
• Answering the house phone or front door and support visitors within the home.
• Maintaining a good working knowledge of all residents needs and company policies and procedures.
• To attend training relevant to your roles and responsibilities.

(This list is an overview and not exhaustive, please feel free to contact us to get a copy of our Support worker Job description)


The Shifts

Our shift times are:

Early 07:00 am - 14:30 pm

Late 14:00 pm - 21:30 pm

We are currently offering the following contracts;

• Full time Days (37.5 hours)
• Part time Days hours)

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Team members are required to work every other weekend as well as bank holidays as standard. Overtime is available to be picked up should you want to work additional hours._

If you would like to be part of our team, or have any questions about the home or the role itself, get in contact to arrange an interview


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 37.5 per week


Salary:
From £10.50 per hour


Benefits:

• Onsite parking

Physical setting:

• Care home
• Residential home

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Language:

• Fluent English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Shift availability:

• Day shift

(preferred)

• Night shift (preferred)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
CT210622