Support Worker - Falkirk, United Kingdom - Active Healthcare Services

Active Healthcare Services

Verified Company

Falkirk, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Support Worker - Falkirk

Relief positions available

Employer contributory pension
Generous holiday allowance
Competitive salary

Whether you have previous support work experience or are looking to start a new career this is your chance to join Active Healthcare Services and make a difference to the lives of others.

We are looking for keen and enthusiastic people to join our team.

We believe that if you have a positive attitude and values that align with our own, we can train you on the rest.

If you have a willingness to learn we will support you every step of the way.

About the job

Supporting people who use our services to pursue their interests, maximising their potential and fulfilling of their dreams.
Enable people who use our services to maintain their personal hygiene and appearance.
Supporting people who use our services to access their local community resources.
Assisting in the preparation and making of meals, drinks and snacks enabling people who use our services to maintain a good level of nutrition.
Enable people who use our services to be more independent by teaching them skills they need to sustain that independence in their community.
To assist with tasks of daily living that people who use our services cannot manage alone. These may include cleaning, shopping, paying bills and household skills.
Support people who use our services to live a healthy lifestyle and promote their general wellbeing.
Support those who use our services in developing sustaining relationships thereby reducing the risk of isolation.

Skills Required

Caring attitude, flexibility. and the ability to work alongside people who use our services.
Ability to use common sense and use of own initiative.
Willingness to learn and have an empowering attitude.
Good communication skills
Ability to work towards an SVQ 3 qualification.
Maintain a written agreed record of work completed.
To attend any training provided by the company, to attend team meetings, and reviews regarding the people who use our services as required.
Develop one's own knowledge and practice.
To undertake all duties in accordance with the company policies and procedures and always abide by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Codes of Practice and the Health & Social Care Standards.

Job Type:
Zero hours contract

Salary:
From £10.50 per hour

Experience:

- support worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification: