YOUTH HOMELESSNESS SUPPORT HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER WAKING NIGHTS YOUNG PEOPLE 17.65 p/h 31,117 PA GLASTONBURY aprox 100 hours per month based on 5 on and 7 off Night shift will be from 21.45pm to 8.00am Do you wish to support young people and be part of an amazing effort to end youth homelessness? You ll be working with a leading youth homelessness organisation and are looking for a Support Worker to work waking nights in their service in Glastonbury working with young people who are at risk of or have been homeless. You will be providing high quality of support targeted to meet the needs of young people helping them to develop independent living skills such as accommodation needs, financial management, rents and debts, health and wellbeing, social needs and integrating positively within the wider community. You will be A passionate and confident working with and being around young people and helping them to reach their goals and full potential Role model best practice. Have a sense of humour and have a positive outlook. Be able to work in a non-judgemental way. Monitor and record the progress or the team and the young people you support Your Duties Will Include Providing high quality support and safeguarding the young people to maximise the outcomes and reduce risks. Supporting the homeless young people with development on life skills. Encouraging and supporting them. Understand the needs of and issues facing young people Have great listening skills as well as written and IT skills Ensuring that the people living there are adhering to the rules of their tenancy and addressing any problems. You will receive Enhanced sick pay allowances and paid compassionate and emergency dependent leave. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme employee advantages 20% discount off the cost of childcare at our childcare settings DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU? WHAT YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW Call Louise now on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) or CLICK APPLY!
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
YOUTH HOMELESSNESS SUPPORT HOUSING SUPPORT WORKER WAKING NIGHTS YOUNG PEOPLE 17.65 p/h 31,117 PA GLASTONBURY aprox 100 hours per month based on 5 on and 7 off Night shift will be from 21.45pm to 8.00am Do you wish to support young people and be part of an amazing effort to end youth homelessness? You ll be working with a leading youth homelessness organisation and are looking for a Support Worker to work waking nights in their service in Glastonbury working with young people who are at risk of or have been homeless. You will be providing high quality of support targeted to meet the needs of young people helping them to develop independent living skills such as accommodation needs, financial management, rents and debts, health and wellbeing, social needs and integrating positively within the wider community. You will be A passionate and confident working with and being around young people and helping them to reach their goals and full potential Role model best practice. Have a sense of humour and have a positive outlook. Be able to work in a non-judgemental way. Monitor and record the progress or the team and the young people you support Your Duties Will Include Providing high quality support and safeguarding the young people to maximise the outcomes and reduce risks. Supporting the homeless young people with development on life skills. Encouraging and supporting them. Understand the needs of and issues facing young people Have great listening skills as well as written and IT skills Ensuring that the people living there are adhering to the rules of their tenancy and addressing any problems. You will receive Enhanced sick pay allowances and paid compassionate and emergency dependent leave. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme employee advantages 20% discount off the cost of childcare at our childcare settings DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU? WHAT YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW Call Louise now on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) or CLICK APPLY!
PLUS is delighted to be able to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to progress their career into a junior management role supporting a registered service manager to meet the challenges of supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex health conditions at one of the following, supported living or registered service You will support the line manager of the service with the day to day service provision to meet service users' aspirations. Your role will be to guide and assist support worker staff and be responsible for the day to day provision of the service as directed by the Registered Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to take the first steps on a career path for those staff who aspire to be future managers. You would be required to ensure the smooth running of the services within the legal requirements of CQC and any commissioner requirements. You will also attend care/support planning and review meetings and liaise with health and social care professionals involved in service users' care as well as supporting service users in the same way as other support staff across the full range of duties. This is a full-time post, so applicants must be prepared to work the full range of shifts including weekends, sleep-in, waking nights etc. It is essential that you have experience with working with people with complex health conditions, including Peg feeding, epilepsy and sensory impairment. You must be physically capable of pushing wheelchairs and supporting service users who may be physically dependent. You will need a minimum of 2 years appropriate experience in a social care setting and a hold a Diploma in Adult Social Care level 3 or above, or be willing to work towards one. Salary - £27,269 Benefits include: Holidays: 33 days holiday leavePension contribution schemeCompany employee assistance programmeFully funded training and development opportunities
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
PLUS is delighted to be able to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to progress their career into a junior management role supporting a registered service manager to meet the challenges of supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex health conditions at one of the following, supported living or registered service You will support the line manager of the service with the day to day service provision to meet service users' aspirations. Your role will be to guide and assist support worker staff and be responsible for the day to day provision of the service as directed by the Registered Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to take the first steps on a career path for those staff who aspire to be future managers. You would be required to ensure the smooth running of the services within the legal requirements of CQC and any commissioner requirements. You will also attend care/support planning and review meetings and liaise with health and social care professionals involved in service users' care as well as supporting service users in the same way as other support staff across the full range of duties. This is a full-time post, so applicants must be prepared to work the full range of shifts including weekends, sleep-in, waking nights etc. It is essential that you have experience with working with people with complex health conditions, including Peg feeding, epilepsy and sensory impairment. You must be physically capable of pushing wheelchairs and supporting service users who may be physically dependent. You will need a minimum of 2 years appropriate experience in a social care setting and a hold a Diploma in Adult Social Care level 3 or above, or be willing to work towards one. Salary - £27,269 Benefits include: Holidays: 33 days holiday leavePension contribution schemeCompany employee assistance programmeFully funded training and development opportunities
About us Our team at Ball Tree Croft focuses on providing the right balance of the individuality, needs, wishes and rights of each of our residents. About the job Hourly Rate: £13.21 -13.43 (inclusive rate) Enhancements: Weekend uplift - Time & half, Bank holidays - Double pay, Evening enhancement (shifts 8pm - 10pm) Working Pattern: 20 hours per week on a 4 week rota (10pm - 8am) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Ball Tree Croft, Lancing Ball Tree Croft are looking for a passionate and highly motivated Night Support Worker to join their team on a waking night shift. As a Night Support Worker, you will: Provide personal physical, emotional care and support during a waking night shift. Listen to people and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity. Undertake light domestic duties as required to ensure cleanliness, comfort, and safety for people we support throughout the day e.g., laundry, or safely cleaning an area after a person has needed personal care. Complete regular hourly checks around the service, to include checking on people's wellbeing and on the security of the building. Experience and Skills Key Skills: Interpret information, such as service complaints, and then redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide clear and concise specialist advice and guidance to a range of people we support. Be able to work with a person who might be less able to express themselves and understand non-verbal communication. Clear, concise basic literacy and numeracy skills to record and document activities in the care plan. Deal appropriately with expressive behaviour from people and respond sensitively to their families and carers. Build relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Work as part of a team completing shared tasks to deliver a service to others. Qualifications and/or experience: Basic literacy and numeracy skills to record and document activities in the provider plans. Diploma Level 2 in Care, or willingness to work towards, or equivalent qualification - Desirable Basic understanding of Safeguarding, the needs of the people and their rights as an individual. Demonstrable successful experience of working as part of a team. Knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedure, Manual Handling Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or vulnerable people Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About us Our team at Ball Tree Croft focuses on providing the right balance of the individuality, needs, wishes and rights of each of our residents. About the job Hourly Rate: £13.21 -13.43 (inclusive rate) Enhancements: Weekend uplift - Time & half, Bank holidays - Double pay, Evening enhancement (shifts 8pm - 10pm) Working Pattern: 20 hours per week on a 4 week rota (10pm - 8am) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Ball Tree Croft, Lancing Ball Tree Croft are looking for a passionate and highly motivated Night Support Worker to join their team on a waking night shift. As a Night Support Worker, you will: Provide personal physical, emotional care and support during a waking night shift. Listen to people and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity. Undertake light domestic duties as required to ensure cleanliness, comfort, and safety for people we support throughout the day e.g., laundry, or safely cleaning an area after a person has needed personal care. Complete regular hourly checks around the service, to include checking on people's wellbeing and on the security of the building. Experience and Skills Key Skills: Interpret information, such as service complaints, and then redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide clear and concise specialist advice and guidance to a range of people we support. Be able to work with a person who might be less able to express themselves and understand non-verbal communication. Clear, concise basic literacy and numeracy skills to record and document activities in the care plan. Deal appropriately with expressive behaviour from people and respond sensitively to their families and carers. Build relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Work as part of a team completing shared tasks to deliver a service to others. Qualifications and/or experience: Basic literacy and numeracy skills to record and document activities in the provider plans. Diploma Level 2 in Care, or willingness to work towards, or equivalent qualification - Desirable Basic understanding of Safeguarding, the needs of the people and their rights as an individual. Demonstrable successful experience of working as part of a team. Knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedure, Manual Handling Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or vulnerable people Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Night Assessment Worker Rough - Sleeping Services London £31,703 - £35,578 Are you looking to start your career supporting vulnerable adults; working for a charity who makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless every day? Our client has roles available in Hackney, Brent, Southwark and Lewisham. The teams provide a rapid response service, intervening to ensure no one needs to sleep rough. They are currently looking for people to join their teams as Night Assessment Workers in our No Second Night Out Assessment Hubs. In these roles you will: Work as part of a busy team environment working closely with those affected by rough sleeping. Provide a safe and supportive environment at night to clients; carrying out assessment when clients first arrive out the service. Work on a 7 day weekly night rota pattern with an average of 3 waking night shifts in a row (for example 8pm-8.30am or 9pm-8am) About you These crucial roles will suit people with an interest in in developing key skills to build a career working in a support role, as well as: Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or customers in a busy service environment. Good communication skills and the ability to work with others effectively to get things done. Some understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services. You don't need to have direct experience, above all we are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives. Flexibly is essential as the Pan London teams continue to work in different settings and locations across the city at the current time to support clients where they need our client the most. Closing date: 10am on 25 April 2024 Interview and assessments on: w/c 13 May 2024
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Night Assessment Worker Rough - Sleeping Services London £31,703 - £35,578 Are you looking to start your career supporting vulnerable adults; working for a charity who makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless every day? Our client has roles available in Hackney, Brent, Southwark and Lewisham. The teams provide a rapid response service, intervening to ensure no one needs to sleep rough. They are currently looking for people to join their teams as Night Assessment Workers in our No Second Night Out Assessment Hubs. In these roles you will: Work as part of a busy team environment working closely with those affected by rough sleeping. Provide a safe and supportive environment at night to clients; carrying out assessment when clients first arrive out the service. Work on a 7 day weekly night rota pattern with an average of 3 waking night shifts in a row (for example 8pm-8.30am or 9pm-8am) About you These crucial roles will suit people with an interest in in developing key skills to build a career working in a support role, as well as: Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or customers in a busy service environment. Good communication skills and the ability to work with others effectively to get things done. Some understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services. You don't need to have direct experience, above all we are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives. Flexibly is essential as the Pan London teams continue to work in different settings and locations across the city at the current time to support clients where they need our client the most. Closing date: 10am on 25 April 2024 Interview and assessments on: w/c 13 May 2024
Our home is situated on the outskirts of Maidstone, and it has an extensive and beautiful garden maintained by one of the residents. We are looking for a part-time waking night support worker to cover 2 shifts a week, these being every Sunday and Monday. The start and finish times are 9:45pm to 7:45am We support and promote the rights of five individuals with enduring mental health conditions, autism and varying degrees of learning disabilities to become integrated back into society after long periods of hospitalisation. We use a person-centred approach and aim to support each person at their own pace and at their own level of need in a holistic, caring and respectful manner. Following full induction, as a Night Support Worker you will work alongside one other waking staff member. Together, your duties will include attending to tenant needs should they wake during the night, keeping a clean and tidy home and some record keeping. Whilst true that the Night Support Worker role has less interactions with the tenants you will be given the same high level of training as any other employee so to ensure you have the right set of skills and experiences to make a success of the role. We have our own professional outreach team comprised of psychologists, nursing and psychiatrists who assist us in delivering the highest quality of care, which helps and enhances our residents quality of life whilst supporting and maintaining their mental health. Qualification and Experience required for the Night Support Worker role We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in caring for others. Past experience is not necessary. We can train you and we offer career choices as you develop. However, it would be of some benefit if you have either professional or personal experience of delivering care. Ideally that experience would be with children or adults who have learning difficulties. If you don't have a Care Certificate we will organise certification during your induction. Other requirements of the Care Worker are very simple: Good standard of written English Basic numeracy skills Drive and enthusiasm Why join our team as a Night Support Worker Clear career and personal development pathway (including employer funded professional study) Employer pension contribution scheme Private healthcare Full health and wellbeing support Great company recognition programme (including longevity awards, KUDOS, Employee of the Month, FREE staff lottery, CareFriends recognition bonus payments) Comprehensive induction Employee referral scheme Free meals / fruit on shift DBS check - we cover the cost of your DBS check Access to many other benefits: Blue Light Card; Concerts for Carers; Discounts for Carers + Most importantly, you will be valued for the work you do, and we highly regard a good work and home-life balance. Recruiting Process We manage a rigorous, fair recruitment process and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced disclosure as we undertake criminal record checks About Us Cartref Homes was established in 1996 to provide leading levels of care to young adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. We are proud of our achievements as we help vulnerable adults to lead more fulfilling and independent lives. We are based in Sittingbourne, Kent with facilities throughout Swale, Maidstone and Sevenoaks, and we have a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission. Thank you for your interest in working for Cartref Homes. We hope to be in touch with you very shortly.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Our home is situated on the outskirts of Maidstone, and it has an extensive and beautiful garden maintained by one of the residents. We are looking for a part-time waking night support worker to cover 2 shifts a week, these being every Sunday and Monday. The start and finish times are 9:45pm to 7:45am We support and promote the rights of five individuals with enduring mental health conditions, autism and varying degrees of learning disabilities to become integrated back into society after long periods of hospitalisation. We use a person-centred approach and aim to support each person at their own pace and at their own level of need in a holistic, caring and respectful manner. Following full induction, as a Night Support Worker you will work alongside one other waking staff member. Together, your duties will include attending to tenant needs should they wake during the night, keeping a clean and tidy home and some record keeping. Whilst true that the Night Support Worker role has less interactions with the tenants you will be given the same high level of training as any other employee so to ensure you have the right set of skills and experiences to make a success of the role. We have our own professional outreach team comprised of psychologists, nursing and psychiatrists who assist us in delivering the highest quality of care, which helps and enhances our residents quality of life whilst supporting and maintaining their mental health. Qualification and Experience required for the Night Support Worker role We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in caring for others. Past experience is not necessary. We can train you and we offer career choices as you develop. However, it would be of some benefit if you have either professional or personal experience of delivering care. Ideally that experience would be with children or adults who have learning difficulties. If you don't have a Care Certificate we will organise certification during your induction. Other requirements of the Care Worker are very simple: Good standard of written English Basic numeracy skills Drive and enthusiasm Why join our team as a Night Support Worker Clear career and personal development pathway (including employer funded professional study) Employer pension contribution scheme Private healthcare Full health and wellbeing support Great company recognition programme (including longevity awards, KUDOS, Employee of the Month, FREE staff lottery, CareFriends recognition bonus payments) Comprehensive induction Employee referral scheme Free meals / fruit on shift DBS check - we cover the cost of your DBS check Access to many other benefits: Blue Light Card; Concerts for Carers; Discounts for Carers + Most importantly, you will be valued for the work you do, and we highly regard a good work and home-life balance. Recruiting Process We manage a rigorous, fair recruitment process and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced disclosure as we undertake criminal record checks About Us Cartref Homes was established in 1996 to provide leading levels of care to young adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. We are proud of our achievements as we help vulnerable adults to lead more fulfilling and independent lives. We are based in Sittingbourne, Kent with facilities throughout Swale, Maidstone and Sevenoaks, and we have a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission. Thank you for your interest in working for Cartref Homes. We hope to be in touch with you very shortly.
Varang Healthcare is looking for experienced Care Workers to work various shifts with some of our prestigious clients in Windsor, Slough, Maidenhead, and surrounding areas. We can offer as many shifts as you wish including mornings, afternoons, long days, evenings, waking nights, nights. Our client is a reputable and fast-growing Social care company with lots of progression and development opportunities along with a chance to get a permanent contract after a few weeks of temporary work. If you are looking for great organisations that run on strong principles and values of inclusion, empowerment, strength, dignity, and respect, then please apply below. Main duties of the HCA/Care Assistants Temporary To assist in providing practical and personal support to enable service users to have more control over their lives and to meet their assessed needs by maintaining and promoting their health, wellbeing, and social development To ensure service users are supported in a varied range of activities that promote the development of people as individuals, increase independence and maximize community inclusion as identified both through the day to day choice and their agreed care plan Support service users to make informed choices and have new experiences within an agreed plan of risk-taking Assist the provision of the highest possible standards of support with regard to the quality of life and a homely environment including support for those users who represent a challenge to the service Support where necessary service users to attend social and leisure activities, community outings, and appointments To assist service users with their support needs as appropriate, ensuring awareness of each individual s culture, dignity and showing respect at all times. This may involve prompting to do key activities of daily living such as washing, dressing, feeding, or administering medication as required To assist service users in meeting outcomes from their person-centered plan and care plan Assist service users in cooking, shopping, cleaning, gardening, laundry, ironing, and household tasks Participate in achieving the highest domestic standards with respect to cleaning, hygiene, and provision of meals for well-balanced diets that meet the cultural and dietary needs of the residents To support Service Users to monitor their health and wellbeing Take responsible care of service users property, money, and other personal effects and maintain appropriate records To maintain complete and accurate records including Service Users personal files and financial records About you Our strength lies in the quality of our care and in turn the people we employ to deliver that care. Key things about you; NVQ 2/3 in Health and Social Care desirable but not essential or a willingness to undertake the qualification Are you inspired by supporting those with a physical disability, learning difficulties, or additional needs? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people in care? Effective written and verbal communication skills Willingness to undertake training if required
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Varang Healthcare is looking for experienced Care Workers to work various shifts with some of our prestigious clients in Windsor, Slough, Maidenhead, and surrounding areas. We can offer as many shifts as you wish including mornings, afternoons, long days, evenings, waking nights, nights. Our client is a reputable and fast-growing Social care company with lots of progression and development opportunities along with a chance to get a permanent contract after a few weeks of temporary work. If you are looking for great organisations that run on strong principles and values of inclusion, empowerment, strength, dignity, and respect, then please apply below. Main duties of the HCA/Care Assistants Temporary To assist in providing practical and personal support to enable service users to have more control over their lives and to meet their assessed needs by maintaining and promoting their health, wellbeing, and social development To ensure service users are supported in a varied range of activities that promote the development of people as individuals, increase independence and maximize community inclusion as identified both through the day to day choice and their agreed care plan Support service users to make informed choices and have new experiences within an agreed plan of risk-taking Assist the provision of the highest possible standards of support with regard to the quality of life and a homely environment including support for those users who represent a challenge to the service Support where necessary service users to attend social and leisure activities, community outings, and appointments To assist service users with their support needs as appropriate, ensuring awareness of each individual s culture, dignity and showing respect at all times. This may involve prompting to do key activities of daily living such as washing, dressing, feeding, or administering medication as required To assist service users in meeting outcomes from their person-centered plan and care plan Assist service users in cooking, shopping, cleaning, gardening, laundry, ironing, and household tasks Participate in achieving the highest domestic standards with respect to cleaning, hygiene, and provision of meals for well-balanced diets that meet the cultural and dietary needs of the residents To support Service Users to monitor their health and wellbeing Take responsible care of service users property, money, and other personal effects and maintain appropriate records To maintain complete and accurate records including Service Users personal files and financial records About you Our strength lies in the quality of our care and in turn the people we employ to deliver that care. Key things about you; NVQ 2/3 in Health and Social Care desirable but not essential or a willingness to undertake the qualification Are you inspired by supporting those with a physical disability, learning difficulties, or additional needs? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people in care? Effective written and verbal communication skills Willingness to undertake training if required
Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care needs? Are you passionate about empowering them to improve their quality of life, whilst supporting them to realise their hopes, dreams and aspirations? Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs and dementia. The support we offer is tailored to the individual client's needs and encourages independence and community engagement. We are looking for calm, resourceful, and energetic individuals who are highly motivated, hardworking, and keen to support older people in a proactive and holistic manner. You will have well-honed skills in positive communication and engagement, and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for our all our service users. You will support people to maintain a healthy state of wellbeing, mentally, physically and emotionally. You will (alongside members of the person's circle of support) empower individuals to be happy, healthy, and successful in achieving their life goals. Flexible hours and working patterns can be considered. We are a local provider in Tower Hamlets employing a diverse team of over 100 well supported staff to deliver great services. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development and as a successful candidate, you will receive a full local and corporate induction, and attain a level 3 certificate in 'Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care'. You will be required to work in a flexible manner, based on a rota. The ability to work holistically to promote independence through a reablement approach is essential. This is a part time position of 30 hours. If you wish to discuss this role further, we would welcome the chance to have a chat with you - please contact Tamryn Nicol on or email her at .uk 'Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement - Equality Act 2010' Benefits of working with Creative Support: We offer all employees competitive pay and a pension contribution in addition to 28 days annual leave. As an employer that is committed to the professional development of our staff we also support our care staff to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and pay for your enhanced DBS. Additional benefits include enhanced maternity leave, employee support programmes and an additional day of leave each year on or around your Birthday. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - Please be aware we are currently at full capacity with our Visa Sponsor Licenses, therefore we are not accepting applicants who are seeking sponsorship. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care needs? Are you passionate about empowering them to improve their quality of life, whilst supporting them to realise their hopes, dreams and aspirations? Creative Support is a not-for-profit organisation which provides high quality, person-centred support to people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs and dementia. The support we offer is tailored to the individual client's needs and encourages independence and community engagement. We are looking for calm, resourceful, and energetic individuals who are highly motivated, hardworking, and keen to support older people in a proactive and holistic manner. You will have well-honed skills in positive communication and engagement, and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for our all our service users. You will support people to maintain a healthy state of wellbeing, mentally, physically and emotionally. You will (alongside members of the person's circle of support) empower individuals to be happy, healthy, and successful in achieving their life goals. Flexible hours and working patterns can be considered. We are a local provider in Tower Hamlets employing a diverse team of over 100 well supported staff to deliver great services. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development and as a successful candidate, you will receive a full local and corporate induction, and attain a level 3 certificate in 'Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care'. You will be required to work in a flexible manner, based on a rota. The ability to work holistically to promote independence through a reablement approach is essential. This is a part time position of 30 hours. If you wish to discuss this role further, we would welcome the chance to have a chat with you - please contact Tamryn Nicol on or email her at .uk 'Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement - Equality Act 2010' Benefits of working with Creative Support: We offer all employees competitive pay and a pension contribution in addition to 28 days annual leave. As an employer that is committed to the professional development of our staff we also support our care staff to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and pay for your enhanced DBS. Additional benefits include enhanced maternity leave, employee support programmes and an additional day of leave each year on or around your Birthday. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - Please be aware we are currently at full capacity with our Visa Sponsor Licenses, therefore we are not accepting applicants who are seeking sponsorship. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Creative Support is a high quality provider of support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. Employing over 5,200 staff members, we are continuing to grow at a fast pace nationally and are looking for dedicated, caring Relief Waking Night Support Workers to join our staff team in the Carlisle area. We are looking to build on our team of experienced support staff providing care to older adults living in a residential care home and in their own homes in Extra Care settings in Carlisle. The services support service users, some of whom have dementia. The services focus on promoting independence, maintaining dignity, encouraging inclusion and supporting general health and wellbeing in a positive manner. As a Relief Waking Night Support Worker you will provide support on an emotional and practical level with personal care needs, household tasks, medication, diet and nutrition, healthy living and encourage residents to engage with social activities. You must be a warm, caring and trustworthy individual who is committed to the welfare of others. Due to the range and abilities of service users in the Carlisle area you will need to be familiar with or willing to train to a high level of understanding and empathy to support older adults with dementia. This is a Relief Support Worker position which enables you to pick up shifts at a time that suits you, which is ideal for fitting around personal commitments, study or caring responsibilities. Experience is essential for our Relief Support Worker roles. You can chose to be paid on a weekly or monthly basis. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme. Please note, we do not accept CVs as a form of application. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Creative Support is a high quality provider of support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. Employing over 5,200 staff members, we are continuing to grow at a fast pace nationally and are looking for dedicated, caring Relief Waking Night Support Workers to join our staff team in the Carlisle area. We are looking to build on our team of experienced support staff providing care to older adults living in a residential care home and in their own homes in Extra Care settings in Carlisle. The services support service users, some of whom have dementia. The services focus on promoting independence, maintaining dignity, encouraging inclusion and supporting general health and wellbeing in a positive manner. As a Relief Waking Night Support Worker you will provide support on an emotional and practical level with personal care needs, household tasks, medication, diet and nutrition, healthy living and encourage residents to engage with social activities. You must be a warm, caring and trustworthy individual who is committed to the welfare of others. Due to the range and abilities of service users in the Carlisle area you will need to be familiar with or willing to train to a high level of understanding and empathy to support older adults with dementia. This is a Relief Support Worker position which enables you to pick up shifts at a time that suits you, which is ideal for fitting around personal commitments, study or caring responsibilities. Experience is essential for our Relief Support Worker roles. You can chose to be paid on a weekly or monthly basis. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme. Please note, we do not accept CVs as a form of application. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Support Worker Our client is looking for Specialist Support Workers to provide health and social care support to deaf individuals in Leeds. Their service in Leeds is a brand-new supported living service for 4 clients who are deaf with complex needs and/or mental health conditions. Some clients may be moving directly from inpatient hospitals. Position: Specialist Support Worker Location: Leeds Salary: £28,080 per annum. Night working includes an ability to earn up to £31,449 per annum. Hours: We are looking for permanent full-time, waking nights and bank staff. Benefits: The employer will work alongside you during your career with them to maximise your full potential with training and development to help you become the best you! Join their learning pathway with BSL, they offer paid training and development to further your BSL knowledge. Being a permanent employee, you will also receive the following: 25 days holiday per holiday year plus bank holidays (pro-rata) 2 wellbeing days (pro-rata) After 3 months auto enrolled in the NOW pension scheme at prevailing rates After successful completion of the probation period (normally 6 months) eligible to join Scottish widows pension employee contributes 5%, employer 6% Eye care vouchers 5 days paid study leave per year (CPD) (pro-rata) Expenses policy which allows payments for items when working away from home 2x salary life assurance scheme (death in service) Fully funded BSL training Generous sick pay policy Perkbox (including 25 flexible points every month) Refer a friend £200 voucher for both the referee and referrer. About the Role: You will become a key worker to a client, supporting them with independent living skills, emotional support, monitoring of their medication, and where appropriate maintaining safety, privacy, and dignity in accordance with CQC regulations and organisation policies and procedures. About you: If you have the passion to make a difference, have the experience outlined below, and are interested in working for this amazing charity then they would be delighted to hear from you: They are looking for people with: Experience working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or Mental Health where the diagnosis is complex and may present behaviour that can challenge. Experience working in supported living services/or residential care services. Experience working with deaf people is desirable but not essential. British Sign Language (BSL) skills or a willingness to learn BSL and deaf cultural awareness (full BSL training will be provided) Excellent communications skills Experience in Prevention Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) or are you willing to undertake this training. They will offer full BSL training. You will receive an in-depth induction to give you insight into their charity and what they do, and how you will be able to help them deliver its mission. Well-being is at the heart of everything this charity does! It's not just about their clients, it's about you too! Let's get you onboard to start your journey! The Charity positively encourages applications from deaf people, disabled people, people of colour, and people from the LGBTIQA+ community. We will support all applicants along the journey of our recruitment process. Offers of work are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, Right to Work checks, Satisfactory references, and Medical Health clearance. Other roles you may have experienced could include Deaf specialist support worker, Deaf support worker' Home Carer, Senior Care Worker, Senior Health Care Assistant, Senior Support Worker, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Voluntary Worker, Domiciliary Care, Mental Health Support Worker, BSL, British Sign Language, Leeds, support worker, deaf, mental health, learning disability, adult, supported living, adult social care, care home, etc PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation.
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Support Worker Our client is looking for Specialist Support Workers to provide health and social care support to deaf individuals in Leeds. Their service in Leeds is a brand-new supported living service for 4 clients who are deaf with complex needs and/or mental health conditions. Some clients may be moving directly from inpatient hospitals. Position: Specialist Support Worker Location: Leeds Salary: £28,080 per annum. Night working includes an ability to earn up to £31,449 per annum. Hours: We are looking for permanent full-time, waking nights and bank staff. Benefits: The employer will work alongside you during your career with them to maximise your full potential with training and development to help you become the best you! Join their learning pathway with BSL, they offer paid training and development to further your BSL knowledge. Being a permanent employee, you will also receive the following: 25 days holiday per holiday year plus bank holidays (pro-rata) 2 wellbeing days (pro-rata) After 3 months auto enrolled in the NOW pension scheme at prevailing rates After successful completion of the probation period (normally 6 months) eligible to join Scottish widows pension employee contributes 5%, employer 6% Eye care vouchers 5 days paid study leave per year (CPD) (pro-rata) Expenses policy which allows payments for items when working away from home 2x salary life assurance scheme (death in service) Fully funded BSL training Generous sick pay policy Perkbox (including 25 flexible points every month) Refer a friend £200 voucher for both the referee and referrer. About the Role: You will become a key worker to a client, supporting them with independent living skills, emotional support, monitoring of their medication, and where appropriate maintaining safety, privacy, and dignity in accordance with CQC regulations and organisation policies and procedures. About you: If you have the passion to make a difference, have the experience outlined below, and are interested in working for this amazing charity then they would be delighted to hear from you: They are looking for people with: Experience working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or Mental Health where the diagnosis is complex and may present behaviour that can challenge. Experience working in supported living services/or residential care services. Experience working with deaf people is desirable but not essential. British Sign Language (BSL) skills or a willingness to learn BSL and deaf cultural awareness (full BSL training will be provided) Excellent communications skills Experience in Prevention Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) or are you willing to undertake this training. They will offer full BSL training. You will receive an in-depth induction to give you insight into their charity and what they do, and how you will be able to help them deliver its mission. Well-being is at the heart of everything this charity does! It's not just about their clients, it's about you too! Let's get you onboard to start your journey! The Charity positively encourages applications from deaf people, disabled people, people of colour, and people from the LGBTIQA+ community. We will support all applicants along the journey of our recruitment process. Offers of work are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, Right to Work checks, Satisfactory references, and Medical Health clearance. Other roles you may have experienced could include Deaf specialist support worker, Deaf support worker' Home Carer, Senior Care Worker, Senior Health Care Assistant, Senior Support Worker, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Voluntary Worker, Domiciliary Care, Mental Health Support Worker, BSL, British Sign Language, Leeds, support worker, deaf, mental health, learning disability, adult, supported living, adult social care, care home, etc PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation.
Are you a warm, highly motivated person with person-centred values who can empower and support people with a learning disability to transform their lives? Are you creative, proactive and willing to go the extra mile to enable people to achieve their aspirations? Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking for Support Workers to join our team in Bromham in Bedfordshire. We are recruiting Support Workers to join an established team of staff supporting people to enjoy an excellent quality of life. The Supported Living service in Bromham, Bedford has one shared flat supporting 3 people and 2 individual rooms. The service supports five individuals within learning disabilities and some mental health and some people within the autistic spectrum. We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, to participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals. This rewarding role will require flexibility across the week and your working time will involve working shifts which include evenings, weekends, waking nights and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends. Although we value relevant experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism you do not need to have prior experience if you can demonstrate a 'can-do approach', person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will need good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop good quality support plans. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive, team approach. If you do not already have a relevant vocational qualification in health or social care we will support you to complete the Care Certificate and an accredited Health & Social Care Diploma. In return we will offer you good conditions of service, supportive management and prospects for future career progression. Applications from graduates in any discipline are welcomed. You must enjoy good health and be able to carry out all expected care and daily living tasks. The service in located in Bromham, Bedford. Benefits of working with Creative Support: We offer all employees competitive pay and a pension contribution in addition to 28 days annual leave. As an employer that is committed to the professional development of our staff we also support our care staff to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and pay for your enhanced DBS. Additional benefits include enhanced maternity leave, employee support programmes and an additional day of leave each year on or around your Birthday. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - Please be aware we are currently at full capacity with our Visa Sponsor Licenses, therefore we are not accepting applicants who are seeking sponsorship. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Are you a warm, highly motivated person with person-centred values who can empower and support people with a learning disability to transform their lives? Are you creative, proactive and willing to go the extra mile to enable people to achieve their aspirations? Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking for Support Workers to join our team in Bromham in Bedfordshire. We are recruiting Support Workers to join an established team of staff supporting people to enjoy an excellent quality of life. The Supported Living service in Bromham, Bedford has one shared flat supporting 3 people and 2 individual rooms. The service supports five individuals within learning disabilities and some mental health and some people within the autistic spectrum. We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, to participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals. This rewarding role will require flexibility across the week and your working time will involve working shifts which include evenings, weekends, waking nights and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends. Although we value relevant experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism you do not need to have prior experience if you can demonstrate a 'can-do approach', person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will need good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop good quality support plans. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive, team approach. If you do not already have a relevant vocational qualification in health or social care we will support you to complete the Care Certificate and an accredited Health & Social Care Diploma. In return we will offer you good conditions of service, supportive management and prospects for future career progression. Applications from graduates in any discipline are welcomed. You must enjoy good health and be able to carry out all expected care and daily living tasks. The service in located in Bromham, Bedford. Benefits of working with Creative Support: We offer all employees competitive pay and a pension contribution in addition to 28 days annual leave. As an employer that is committed to the professional development of our staff we also support our care staff to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and pay for your enhanced DBS. Additional benefits include enhanced maternity leave, employee support programmes and an additional day of leave each year on or around your Birthday. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - Please be aware we are currently at full capacity with our Visa Sponsor Licenses, therefore we are not accepting applicants who are seeking sponsorship. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Role: Recovery Worker - Crisis & Mental Health Salary: 23,400, you will add an extra 4000 to your salary by completing 6 sleeps per month Location: Boston, Lincolnshire I am actively seeking applications from Crisis Recovery Workers to join an outstanding mental health charitable provider within their Boston, Lincolnshire-based crisis recovery service. You will be a key member of a 24/7 service that supports adults who are in crisis due to a decline in their mental health. You will work within a small team, providing support using the therapeutic intervention model for the people who utilise the service. You will work with clients to develop and deliver "client led" recovery, which will promote control and maximise independence. You will also be required to liaise with external agencies, including voluntary providers, to promote access to a wide range of activities and resources. To be considered for this highly rewarding role, you will: Have an understanding of mental health issues Have at least 6 months working within a social care setting (ideally mental health focused) Have flexibility to participate in a varied rota and shift patterns which will include sleep ins/waking nights and 24/7 support Have excellent communication skills and have a flexible, creative and empathetic approach You will be rewarded with a generous salary of 23,400 which will then increase once you have completed your first 6 months, you ll also get extra overtime with additional sleep-in and waking night allowances which will add 4000 to your salary. Other benefits include a generous annual leave allowance, ongoing progression and pay reviews. To be considered, CLICK APPLY TODAY!
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Role: Recovery Worker - Crisis & Mental Health Salary: 23,400, you will add an extra 4000 to your salary by completing 6 sleeps per month Location: Boston, Lincolnshire I am actively seeking applications from Crisis Recovery Workers to join an outstanding mental health charitable provider within their Boston, Lincolnshire-based crisis recovery service. You will be a key member of a 24/7 service that supports adults who are in crisis due to a decline in their mental health. You will work within a small team, providing support using the therapeutic intervention model for the people who utilise the service. You will work with clients to develop and deliver "client led" recovery, which will promote control and maximise independence. You will also be required to liaise with external agencies, including voluntary providers, to promote access to a wide range of activities and resources. To be considered for this highly rewarding role, you will: Have an understanding of mental health issues Have at least 6 months working within a social care setting (ideally mental health focused) Have flexibility to participate in a varied rota and shift patterns which will include sleep ins/waking nights and 24/7 support Have excellent communication skills and have a flexible, creative and empathetic approach You will be rewarded with a generous salary of 23,400 which will then increase once you have completed your first 6 months, you ll also get extra overtime with additional sleep-in and waking night allowances which will add 4000 to your salary. Other benefits include a generous annual leave allowance, ongoing progression and pay reviews. To be considered, CLICK APPLY TODAY!
Full Time or Part Time flexible hours that work around your needs, weekly pay, fantastic support and interesting and varied working environments! Just some of the reasons why you should apply to work with Peters Dean Care, a leading social care provider in the South East. Great opportunity to work in a variety of services across Hampshire. Support Worker Role: Have you got Residential Support Worker or Support Work experience within social care? Do you love the work but have commitments you need to work around, such as studies or childcare? Or do you simply want flexible hours that suit you? Then apply now and we can help you! We have a wide range of shifts available working within residential children and adult care services. These include early shifts such as 8-3, Late shifts such as 3-10 or 2.30-10, Waking Night shifts such as 10pm-8am or 9.30pm-7.30am and Long Days shifts such as 8am-10pm. Part-time and full-time Support Worker hours available. You can work your choice of hours, between 15hrs to 50hrs per week. Support Worker Criteria: Social care experience is essential, as is a passion for supporting vulnerable people. We are looking for people who have the desire and drive to be an asset on shift rather than just a number. You will need to be able to work the types of shifts mentioned above and in some areas it is necessary to be able to drive to access the services. Why be a Support Worker with Peters Dean Care? Full time and part time hours available, you choose what suits you No need to commit to a rigid shift pattern Choose hours to work around other commitments like studies, other work or childcare Gain experience working in different home Get paid weekly and earn holiday pay and pension contributions too! Get support and supervision - weekly call and optional monthly meeting Friendly and approachable office staff Avoid the politics of working permanent roles See if you like services before applying for permanent roles there. How do I apply? Click apply now and we will be in touch promptly for an initial discussion and to get you out to work quickly! Interested? Then apply now and we will be in touch for an initial discussion.
Apr 10, 2024
Seasonal
Full Time or Part Time flexible hours that work around your needs, weekly pay, fantastic support and interesting and varied working environments! Just some of the reasons why you should apply to work with Peters Dean Care, a leading social care provider in the South East. Great opportunity to work in a variety of services across Hampshire. Support Worker Role: Have you got Residential Support Worker or Support Work experience within social care? Do you love the work but have commitments you need to work around, such as studies or childcare? Or do you simply want flexible hours that suit you? Then apply now and we can help you! We have a wide range of shifts available working within residential children and adult care services. These include early shifts such as 8-3, Late shifts such as 3-10 or 2.30-10, Waking Night shifts such as 10pm-8am or 9.30pm-7.30am and Long Days shifts such as 8am-10pm. Part-time and full-time Support Worker hours available. You can work your choice of hours, between 15hrs to 50hrs per week. Support Worker Criteria: Social care experience is essential, as is a passion for supporting vulnerable people. We are looking for people who have the desire and drive to be an asset on shift rather than just a number. You will need to be able to work the types of shifts mentioned above and in some areas it is necessary to be able to drive to access the services. Why be a Support Worker with Peters Dean Care? Full time and part time hours available, you choose what suits you No need to commit to a rigid shift pattern Choose hours to work around other commitments like studies, other work or childcare Gain experience working in different home Get paid weekly and earn holiday pay and pension contributions too! Get support and supervision - weekly call and optional monthly meeting Friendly and approachable office staff Avoid the politics of working permanent roles See if you like services before applying for permanent roles there. How do I apply? Click apply now and we will be in touch promptly for an initial discussion and to get you out to work quickly! Interested? Then apply now and we will be in touch for an initial discussion.
Deputy Manager required for a Children s Home in Dagenham RM8 £33-£40k We are looking for a Deputy Manager to join our 5 bed home in Dagenham You will be Supporting 8-18s with Ebd and complex needs , helping to overcome their daily challenges to empower them to live a life they love. There will be full support from the Registered Manager,Directors and RI. Deputy Manager Salary and Benefits Salary £33,000 to £40,000 per annum • Additional overtime and sleep-in enhancements on offer. • Ongoing training and development including the opportunity to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. • Generous holiday entitlement. • Genuine opportunity for progression into a Children s Home Registered Manager position. Deputy Manager Key Responsibilities: Assist and support the Registered Manager in all aspects of the residential care of the Ofsted registered home, to provide a high quality service which meets the individual needs of the children and young people and to help create and maintain a non-institutionalised, child centred safe community home for extremely vulnerable children with EBD complex needs and behaviour difficulties. Take on on-call duties outside of working hours in support of the home dealing with situations in line with children s homes regulations and company procedures Support staff on a day to day basis promoting good practice and responding to concerns or first line complaints. Take part in the assessment process of potential new admissions to the home. Oversee record keeping and take part in the regular auditing of the children and young people s records, responding to any issues requiring further action, including those identified at reviews. Manage and provide supervision for designated support workers and night waking support worker Deputy Manager Requirements • Recent experience working either as a Children s Home Deputy Manager or as a Senior Children s Residential Support Worker in a Children s Home supporting EBD and challenging behaviour. With at least 2 years supervisory experience • Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).(Hold a Level 4 or 5 in Children & Education also preferred) • Full UK Driving Licence. You will be required to be flexible in your hours supporting the children the staff and the Manager This is a great opportunity to work in a settled home. To apply or for more information on this Deputy Manager opportunity Please contact Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Deputy Manager required for a Children s Home in Dagenham RM8 £33-£40k We are looking for a Deputy Manager to join our 5 bed home in Dagenham You will be Supporting 8-18s with Ebd and complex needs , helping to overcome their daily challenges to empower them to live a life they love. There will be full support from the Registered Manager,Directors and RI. Deputy Manager Salary and Benefits Salary £33,000 to £40,000 per annum • Additional overtime and sleep-in enhancements on offer. • Ongoing training and development including the opportunity to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. • Generous holiday entitlement. • Genuine opportunity for progression into a Children s Home Registered Manager position. Deputy Manager Key Responsibilities: Assist and support the Registered Manager in all aspects of the residential care of the Ofsted registered home, to provide a high quality service which meets the individual needs of the children and young people and to help create and maintain a non-institutionalised, child centred safe community home for extremely vulnerable children with EBD complex needs and behaviour difficulties. Take on on-call duties outside of working hours in support of the home dealing with situations in line with children s homes regulations and company procedures Support staff on a day to day basis promoting good practice and responding to concerns or first line complaints. Take part in the assessment process of potential new admissions to the home. Oversee record keeping and take part in the regular auditing of the children and young people s records, responding to any issues requiring further action, including those identified at reviews. Manage and provide supervision for designated support workers and night waking support worker Deputy Manager Requirements • Recent experience working either as a Children s Home Deputy Manager or as a Senior Children s Residential Support Worker in a Children s Home supporting EBD and challenging behaviour. With at least 2 years supervisory experience • Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).(Hold a Level 4 or 5 in Children & Education also preferred) • Full UK Driving Licence. You will be required to be flexible in your hours supporting the children the staff and the Manager This is a great opportunity to work in a settled home. To apply or for more information on this Deputy Manager opportunity Please contact Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions
Support Practitioner - Forest of Dean Location: Coleford Discipline : Care and Support Job type: Permanent Salary: £14 per hour plus 10% overtime allowance for hours worked over the full time equivalent of 37.5 hours per week Expiry date: 01 May :59Are you looking for a meaningful career? Would you like the opportunity to become a dedicated Support Worker, helping individuals with learning disabilities live the best life possible?We are looking for Support Practitioners to join our growing team in Coleford. A professional qualification in health, education or social care is desirable. In addition, you must also have previous experience supporting individuals within a social care, education or health environment.Hft is a charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We believe in a world where anyone with a learning disability can live within their community with all the choice and support they need to live the best life possible. We are looking for people who are naturally caring and compassionate and align with our values.Our service in Coleford is a busy place to work.The gentlemen we support have challenging behaviours, therefore, experience supporting individuals with Autism is essential. Every day is different and you will support people to develop their skills and achieve their goals. The individuals we support have varied interests including; playing football, BBQs and days out in the community. We offer Annual Leave: 33 days (including 8 days statutory bank holidays) Wage incentives: 20% bank holidays' allowance with an increased rate of 50% for key dates over Christmas Apprenticeships: Earn whilst gaining a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care Training: Access to award winning training and development Wagestream: Allows you to flexibly access your pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app Aviva Digicare + workplace: Access to wellbeing services including health checks, Digital GP and mental health support. TELUS health: A 24/service, completely confidential counselling and support platform and helpline that is free for all colleagues to use. Discounted mobile 'phone contracts. As an Hft employee, you'll be able to take advantage of Vodafone's Employee Advantage programme, giving you up to 30% off. Care Friends: Employee referral app - earn money for referring your friends to work for Hft. Retention bonus: £250 every 6 months for the first 2 years of service Free life assurance - 3 x your annual salary Family friendly policies - term time only contracts, part time, annualised and compressed hours. Generous return to work bonus following maternity leave What will you be doing? Giving the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities. Supporting them to discover new interests, reaching goals like travelling and holidays and working positively with their families and friends. Helping individuals to engage in different leisure, home or work-related activities, all according to their personal choice. As a Support Worker (Care Assistant), your responsibilities are varied and no two days are the same. As well as providing physical and emotional support you may be needed to help with household tasks and personal care as well as supporting individuals with healthcare needs, e.g. taking medication. Everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, providing flexible services that meet people's needs, and always looking for the best way of doing things. This is your opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives. A full UK driving licence is desirable for this role as public transport is very restricted. Full and part time opportunities available. You will need to have flexibility to work shifts, including sleep in / waking nights, weekends and bank holidays. Supported living, complex needs Service - supporting individuals with learning disabilities.Location - Coleford (Forest of Dean)Salary information - £14 per hour Working hours - early, late and weekend shifts (07:00-14:30, 14:30 - 22:00, 22:00-07:00)Sleep ins at the service are £60 per shift + 12.07% (holiday pay)Find your place with us and change lives.STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASEWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.Hft's usual terms and conditions apply. Hft is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is helping to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations that people without disabilities do. Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure check against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a criminal record may not bar you from employment.Apply NowREF-213060
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Support Practitioner - Forest of Dean Location: Coleford Discipline : Care and Support Job type: Permanent Salary: £14 per hour plus 10% overtime allowance for hours worked over the full time equivalent of 37.5 hours per week Expiry date: 01 May :59Are you looking for a meaningful career? Would you like the opportunity to become a dedicated Support Worker, helping individuals with learning disabilities live the best life possible?We are looking for Support Practitioners to join our growing team in Coleford. A professional qualification in health, education or social care is desirable. In addition, you must also have previous experience supporting individuals within a social care, education or health environment.Hft is a charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We believe in a world where anyone with a learning disability can live within their community with all the choice and support they need to live the best life possible. We are looking for people who are naturally caring and compassionate and align with our values.Our service in Coleford is a busy place to work.The gentlemen we support have challenging behaviours, therefore, experience supporting individuals with Autism is essential. Every day is different and you will support people to develop their skills and achieve their goals. The individuals we support have varied interests including; playing football, BBQs and days out in the community. We offer Annual Leave: 33 days (including 8 days statutory bank holidays) Wage incentives: 20% bank holidays' allowance with an increased rate of 50% for key dates over Christmas Apprenticeships: Earn whilst gaining a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care Training: Access to award winning training and development Wagestream: Allows you to flexibly access your pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app Aviva Digicare + workplace: Access to wellbeing services including health checks, Digital GP and mental health support. TELUS health: A 24/service, completely confidential counselling and support platform and helpline that is free for all colleagues to use. Discounted mobile 'phone contracts. As an Hft employee, you'll be able to take advantage of Vodafone's Employee Advantage programme, giving you up to 30% off. Care Friends: Employee referral app - earn money for referring your friends to work for Hft. Retention bonus: £250 every 6 months for the first 2 years of service Free life assurance - 3 x your annual salary Family friendly policies - term time only contracts, part time, annualised and compressed hours. Generous return to work bonus following maternity leave What will you be doing? Giving the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities. Supporting them to discover new interests, reaching goals like travelling and holidays and working positively with their families and friends. Helping individuals to engage in different leisure, home or work-related activities, all according to their personal choice. As a Support Worker (Care Assistant), your responsibilities are varied and no two days are the same. As well as providing physical and emotional support you may be needed to help with household tasks and personal care as well as supporting individuals with healthcare needs, e.g. taking medication. Everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, providing flexible services that meet people's needs, and always looking for the best way of doing things. This is your opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives. A full UK driving licence is desirable for this role as public transport is very restricted. Full and part time opportunities available. You will need to have flexibility to work shifts, including sleep in / waking nights, weekends and bank holidays. Supported living, complex needs Service - supporting individuals with learning disabilities.Location - Coleford (Forest of Dean)Salary information - £14 per hour Working hours - early, late and weekend shifts (07:00-14:30, 14:30 - 22:00, 22:00-07:00)Sleep ins at the service are £60 per shift + 12.07% (holiday pay)Find your place with us and change lives.STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASEWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.Hft's usual terms and conditions apply. Hft is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is helping to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations that people without disabilities do. Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure check against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a criminal record may not bar you from employment.Apply NowREF-213060
Salary : Unqualified: Base salary of £27,431.04 to £28,326.48 on successful completion of probation period with the potential to earn up to a total of £31,535.04 to £32,430.48 with sleep in shifts Qualified Salary: Base salary of £28,959.84 with a potential to earn up to a total of £33,063.84 with sleep in shifts. Specific Hours : 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Location : Soham, Cambridgeshire (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion Children Workforce Diploma or equivalent) Area Camden The ethos and culture of the Area Camden Group, as part of Polaris Community, is founded on core values of mutual respect and good parenting whilst being respectful to the values of privacy, dignity, independence, choice, rights and fulfilment. Our purpose is to provide the highest quality care within very high quality settings in Soham and to offer young people care, accommodation and support as close to a family environment as possible. The residential care we provide is for 11 to 18-year olds and our focus is centred on the needs of the child. The welfare of our young people is paramount in the role of a Support Worker. Not only do Support Workers keep our young people safe, but as the daily care provider they also make a fundamental contribution to their care, learning and development. A key figure within the team, you'll build invaluable bridges between Area Camden and the local community, promoting social inclusion as you support people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to reach their full potential. Main Responsibilities: You will work with the team to promote and support the young people in our care, in leading a life of positive development by providing a safe and nurturing environment. A vital part of your role will be providing the young people with emotional and social support, helping them to develop meaningful relationships with other children and adults, as well as encouraging them to become involved with local communities. You will encourage and enable each young person's self-esteem to be raised in a positive manner and ensure that they are respected and valued. Encourage, support and enable each young person to make positive life choices and achievable levels of independence that help them develop to their full potential, and receive the essential care and attention. Responsible for a high level of recording. Great emphasis and importance is attached to the recording of events and observations which will include young people's daily and monthly progress, updating of children's files, child protection records, notification to appropriate people and health and safety checks. Continually assess the children and young peoples' needs. Under the direction of your manager, and other appropriate personnel, you will be responsible for the formulation, implementation and review of care plans. You will work closely with your manager, your team, the health advisor, social workers, therapists, teachers and other professionals. You may also be involved with the young people's families, especially when supervising contacts. Encourage and support the young people with all of their daily living needs in line with their individual care plan. Carry out domestic duties within the home, involving the children and young people where appropriate and plan, shop and prepare meals, ensuring they have a varied and well balanced diet. Required Attributes: Have the ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach Be self-motivated with a positive nature Be sensitive and reflective Have the ability to listen and empathise Be able to work individually and within a team Have experience working in the care sector or residential care Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Be willing to work some Bank Holidays Benefits: A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation 08:00am-20:00pm i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours A sleep in allowance of up to £85.50 per night (10pm-7am)- potential extra earning of up to £4104 Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month Waking Night contracts are also available 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period- 3% Employer contribution Enrolment and funding to required qualification Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Apr 08, 2024
Full time
Salary : Unqualified: Base salary of £27,431.04 to £28,326.48 on successful completion of probation period with the potential to earn up to a total of £31,535.04 to £32,430.48 with sleep in shifts Qualified Salary: Base salary of £28,959.84 with a potential to earn up to a total of £33,063.84 with sleep in shifts. Specific Hours : 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Location : Soham, Cambridgeshire (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion Children Workforce Diploma or equivalent) Area Camden The ethos and culture of the Area Camden Group, as part of Polaris Community, is founded on core values of mutual respect and good parenting whilst being respectful to the values of privacy, dignity, independence, choice, rights and fulfilment. Our purpose is to provide the highest quality care within very high quality settings in Soham and to offer young people care, accommodation and support as close to a family environment as possible. The residential care we provide is for 11 to 18-year olds and our focus is centred on the needs of the child. The welfare of our young people is paramount in the role of a Support Worker. Not only do Support Workers keep our young people safe, but as the daily care provider they also make a fundamental contribution to their care, learning and development. A key figure within the team, you'll build invaluable bridges between Area Camden and the local community, promoting social inclusion as you support people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to reach their full potential. Main Responsibilities: You will work with the team to promote and support the young people in our care, in leading a life of positive development by providing a safe and nurturing environment. A vital part of your role will be providing the young people with emotional and social support, helping them to develop meaningful relationships with other children and adults, as well as encouraging them to become involved with local communities. You will encourage and enable each young person's self-esteem to be raised in a positive manner and ensure that they are respected and valued. Encourage, support and enable each young person to make positive life choices and achievable levels of independence that help them develop to their full potential, and receive the essential care and attention. Responsible for a high level of recording. Great emphasis and importance is attached to the recording of events and observations which will include young people's daily and monthly progress, updating of children's files, child protection records, notification to appropriate people and health and safety checks. Continually assess the children and young peoples' needs. Under the direction of your manager, and other appropriate personnel, you will be responsible for the formulation, implementation and review of care plans. You will work closely with your manager, your team, the health advisor, social workers, therapists, teachers and other professionals. You may also be involved with the young people's families, especially when supervising contacts. Encourage and support the young people with all of their daily living needs in line with their individual care plan. Carry out domestic duties within the home, involving the children and young people where appropriate and plan, shop and prepare meals, ensuring they have a varied and well balanced diet. Required Attributes: Have the ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach Be self-motivated with a positive nature Be sensitive and reflective Have the ability to listen and empathise Be able to work individually and within a team Have experience working in the care sector or residential care Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Be willing to work some Bank Holidays Benefits: A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation 08:00am-20:00pm i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours A sleep in allowance of up to £85.50 per night (10pm-7am)- potential extra earning of up to £4104 Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month Waking Night contracts are also available 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period- 3% Employer contribution Enrolment and funding to required qualification Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Creative Support Ltd
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking to recruit Relief Support Workers to our Bank Team in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. We are looking for enthusiastic, resourceful and energetic individuals who are well motivated and keen to join our friendly team in Market Harborough. These services are split over four sites in, delivering support to individuals with a wide range of needs. Two of the services have a waking night requirement, and the service users have high levels of support needs. The third has a sleep over requirement and supports two independent service users. The fourth service in Market Harborough is for young adults where we support them through their day-to-day lives, emotionally whilst assisting their development of valuable life skills. Support Worker Duties: Provide respectful and dignified personal care, Financial Support, Supporting with Housekeeping, cleaning and cooking etc., Work flexibly to cover the rotas as needed, Develop and sustain warm and trusting relationships with service users. Experience is essential for Relief Support Worker roles. You will be required to work in a flexible manner on rota which includes evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. It is expected that all staff work a fair share of weekend and Bank Holidays. It does not matter if you cannot drive; but you must be able to get yourself to work. As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you will have access to our free app, which allows you to pick up shifts in any area of the country and provides information on the service, including directions. You will be paid on a weekly basis. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. Please note, we do not accept CVs as a form of application. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Apr 08, 2024
Full time
Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking to recruit Relief Support Workers to our Bank Team in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. We are looking for enthusiastic, resourceful and energetic individuals who are well motivated and keen to join our friendly team in Market Harborough. These services are split over four sites in, delivering support to individuals with a wide range of needs. Two of the services have a waking night requirement, and the service users have high levels of support needs. The third has a sleep over requirement and supports two independent service users. The fourth service in Market Harborough is for young adults where we support them through their day-to-day lives, emotionally whilst assisting their development of valuable life skills. Support Worker Duties: Provide respectful and dignified personal care, Financial Support, Supporting with Housekeeping, cleaning and cooking etc., Work flexibly to cover the rotas as needed, Develop and sustain warm and trusting relationships with service users. Experience is essential for Relief Support Worker roles. You will be required to work in a flexible manner on rota which includes evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. It is expected that all staff work a fair share of weekend and Bank Holidays. It does not matter if you cannot drive; but you must be able to get yourself to work. As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you will have access to our free app, which allows you to pick up shifts in any area of the country and provides information on the service, including directions. You will be paid on a weekly basis. Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme. We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor. Please note, we do not accept CVs as a form of application. We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed. We do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Salary: £25,916.80 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Horsham, West Sussex Contract: Full Time, permanent Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm - 9am working five days on and five off. Apple Orchard is committed to providing outstanding outcomes for the young people and encouraging them to achieve to their highest potential. We provide a safe environment for them to build positive relationships and empower them to face issues from their past and look towards the future. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing and experienced Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our friendly and professional staff team. Experienced candidates must possess a minimum of 12 months relevant experience and ideally possess Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Responsibilities: To work 55 hours per week which will be a rota of 5 nights on and 5 nights off. In times of illness or crisis you may be asked to cover more shifts. To promote the welfare of the children as defined in the Children Act 1989 (HMSO ). To attend staff meetings / supervision for 1 hours on a weekly basis when you have not been on waking-night duty the previous night. To participate in training as required. You may have to attend the young people's holiday, which is usually for one week in the summer. To arrive in plenty of time to begin shift, read the handover book and to receive information in handover from the staff team regarding the evening's events and the individual young people. To gain an understanding of the young people and their feelings, which will help you to assess, identify and evaluate their ongoing needs and develop strategies to meet these needs. To present and promote a consistent approach to settling the young people at bedtimes. To encourage hygiene i.e. brushing teeth every morning and last thing at night, and proper showering / bathing routines in the morning. To record any disturbance throughout the night and hand this over to the sleeping-in staff or the senior on shift. To fill in the Daily Register and Fridge/Freezer record books To be vigilant in monitoring the young people throughout the night. To record all young people's movements in the diary/night log. To carry out a live fire alarm test once a week and record it in the fire log book. To complete, date and sign the set nightly / weekly tasks sheets. To set out breakfast table for the morning, promote healthy eating, and to clear away after breakfast To complete any other relevant duties as required by your line manager. The safety and security of the young people is paramount and takes precedence over other night time tasks. Benefits: Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Promotion opportunities Overtime rates paid up to £16.35 per hour Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Apr 04, 2024
Full time
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Salary: £25,916.80 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Horsham, West Sussex Contract: Full Time, permanent Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm - 9am working five days on and five off. Apple Orchard is committed to providing outstanding outcomes for the young people and encouraging them to achieve to their highest potential. We provide a safe environment for them to build positive relationships and empower them to face issues from their past and look towards the future. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing and experienced Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our friendly and professional staff team. Experienced candidates must possess a minimum of 12 months relevant experience and ideally possess Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Responsibilities: To work 55 hours per week which will be a rota of 5 nights on and 5 nights off. In times of illness or crisis you may be asked to cover more shifts. To promote the welfare of the children as defined in the Children Act 1989 (HMSO ). To attend staff meetings / supervision for 1 hours on a weekly basis when you have not been on waking-night duty the previous night. To participate in training as required. You may have to attend the young people's holiday, which is usually for one week in the summer. To arrive in plenty of time to begin shift, read the handover book and to receive information in handover from the staff team regarding the evening's events and the individual young people. To gain an understanding of the young people and their feelings, which will help you to assess, identify and evaluate their ongoing needs and develop strategies to meet these needs. To present and promote a consistent approach to settling the young people at bedtimes. To encourage hygiene i.e. brushing teeth every morning and last thing at night, and proper showering / bathing routines in the morning. To record any disturbance throughout the night and hand this over to the sleeping-in staff or the senior on shift. To fill in the Daily Register and Fridge/Freezer record books To be vigilant in monitoring the young people throughout the night. To record all young people's movements in the diary/night log. To carry out a live fire alarm test once a week and record it in the fire log book. To complete, date and sign the set nightly / weekly tasks sheets. To set out breakfast table for the morning, promote healthy eating, and to clear away after breakfast To complete any other relevant duties as required by your line manager. The safety and security of the young people is paramount and takes precedence over other night time tasks. Benefits: Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Promotion opportunities Overtime rates paid up to £16.35 per hour Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Location : Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: Unqualified: £25,203.36 (£11.54ph) per annum, rising to £26,098.80 (£11.95ph) per annum on successful completion of probation period Qualified: £26,732.16 (£12.24ph) per annum (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent) Specific Hours : 20:00pm- 8:00am (12 hour shifts) Area Camden Area Camden is a part of the Polaris Community, and the aim is to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals. We do this by ensuring our staff are recruited, vetted and trained against a strict framework with emphasis placed on the quality and continuity of our care workers to provide a stable and secure environment for all young people at night. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We are dedicated to working flexibly and imaginatively with all other professionals and families to ensure the best interests of every young person in our care are consistently met. We are looking for a Waking Night Support Worker to join our team, offering a comprehensive residential service to children and young people, the aim being to ensure the physical, social and emotional care and development of the children and young people in our homes. Benefits A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period Enrolment and funding for required qualification if not already held. Duties and Responsibilities As a Waking Night Support Worker you are required to be awake during the duration of your working shift. To ensure the safety and welfare of each child for the duration of the wake night shift. Night times can be hard for children as part of the wake night team you will need to be able to offer empathy and compassion during the night time if needed. Activities with the children Bedtime routines that are person centred to the child To be able to use a computer to keep accurate records. To be able to report a child as missing and follow the Philomena procedure in doing so. Communicate effectively with our out of hours services. Answering phone calls professionally, taking messages and responding to requests and questions. To carry out duties in line with Area Camden group policies procedures and equal opportunities. To be a positive role model for other colleagues and children. All staff are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the ethos vision, aims and core principles of Area Camden and be prepared to contribute towards these aims within their staff team. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the home and children. Essential skills required Must be able to work as part of a team / bring energy and enthusiasm to the role Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children To follow delegated tasks and record detailed handovers. Be able to maintain Area Camden's policies and procedures. Can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to engage and listen to children. Take action where needed. Be organised and able to plan and prepare work Be willing to work towards the relevant qualification if not held. Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position
Apr 01, 2024
Full time
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Location : Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: Unqualified: £25,203.36 (£11.54ph) per annum, rising to £26,098.80 (£11.95ph) per annum on successful completion of probation period Qualified: £26,732.16 (£12.24ph) per annum (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent) Specific Hours : 20:00pm- 8:00am (12 hour shifts) Area Camden Area Camden is a part of the Polaris Community, and the aim is to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals. We do this by ensuring our staff are recruited, vetted and trained against a strict framework with emphasis placed on the quality and continuity of our care workers to provide a stable and secure environment for all young people at night. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We are dedicated to working flexibly and imaginatively with all other professionals and families to ensure the best interests of every young person in our care are consistently met. We are looking for a Waking Night Support Worker to join our team, offering a comprehensive residential service to children and young people, the aim being to ensure the physical, social and emotional care and development of the children and young people in our homes. Benefits A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period Enrolment and funding for required qualification if not already held. Duties and Responsibilities As a Waking Night Support Worker you are required to be awake during the duration of your working shift. To ensure the safety and welfare of each child for the duration of the wake night shift. Night times can be hard for children as part of the wake night team you will need to be able to offer empathy and compassion during the night time if needed. Activities with the children Bedtime routines that are person centred to the child To be able to use a computer to keep accurate records. To be able to report a child as missing and follow the Philomena procedure in doing so. Communicate effectively with our out of hours services. Answering phone calls professionally, taking messages and responding to requests and questions. To carry out duties in line with Area Camden group policies procedures and equal opportunities. To be a positive role model for other colleagues and children. All staff are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the ethos vision, aims and core principles of Area Camden and be prepared to contribute towards these aims within their staff team. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the home and children. Essential skills required Must be able to work as part of a team / bring energy and enthusiasm to the role Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children To follow delegated tasks and record detailed handovers. Be able to maintain Area Camden's policies and procedures. Can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to engage and listen to children. Take action where needed. Be organised and able to plan and prepare work Be willing to work towards the relevant qualification if not held. Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Location : Greater London (Covering Area Camden homes in Camden, Haringey & Islington) Salary: Unqualified: £25,203.36 per annum/ £11.54 per hour, rising to £26,098.80 per annum/ £11.95 per hour on successful completion of probation period Qualified: £26,732.16 per annum/ £12.24 per hour (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent) Specific Hours : 20:00pm- 8:00am (12 hour shifts) Area Camden Area Camden is a part of the Polaris Community, and the aim is to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals. We do this by ensuring our staff are recruited, vetted and trained against a strict framework with emphasis placed on the quality and continuity of our care workers to provide a stable and secure environment for all young people at night. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We are dedicated to working flexibly and imaginatively with all other professionals and families to ensure the best interests of every young person in our care are consistently met. We are looking for a Qualified Waking Night Support Worker to join out team offering a comprehensive residential service to children and young people, the aim being to ensure the physical, social and emotional care and development of the children and young people in our homes. Benefits A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation i.e. (1 week)- Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday= 60 hours (2 week) - Wednesday and Thursday= 24 hours Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period Enrolment and funding to required qualification if not already held. Duties and Responsibilities As a Waking Night Support Worker you are required to be awake during the duration of your working shift. To ensure the safety and welfare of each child for the duration of the wake night shift. Night times can be hard for children as part of the wake night team you will need to be able to offer empathy and compassion during the night time if needed. Activities with the children Bedtime routines that are person centred to the child To be able to use a computer to keep accurate records. To be able to report a child as missing and follow the Philomena procedure in doing so. Communicate effectively with out of hour services. Answering phone calls professionally, taking messages and responding to requests and questions. To carry out duties in line with Area Camden group policies procedures and equal opportunities. To be a positive role model for other colleagues and children. All staff are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the ethos vision, aims and core principles of Area Camden and be prepared to contribute towards these aims within their staff team. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the home and children. Essential skills required Must be able to work as part of a team / bring energy and enthusiasm to the role Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children To follow delegated tasks and record detailed handovers. Be able to maintain Area Camden's policies and procedures. Can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to engage and listen to children. Take action where needed. Be organised and able to plan and prepare work Be willing to work towards the relevant qualification if not held. Children Workforce Diploma or equivalent Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Apr 01, 2024
Full time
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Location : Greater London (Covering Area Camden homes in Camden, Haringey & Islington) Salary: Unqualified: £25,203.36 per annum/ £11.54 per hour, rising to £26,098.80 per annum/ £11.95 per hour on successful completion of probation period Qualified: £26,732.16 per annum/ £12.24 per hour (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent) Specific Hours : 20:00pm- 8:00am (12 hour shifts) Area Camden Area Camden is a part of the Polaris Community, and the aim is to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable young people to achieve their goals. We do this by ensuring our staff are recruited, vetted and trained against a strict framework with emphasis placed on the quality and continuity of our care workers to provide a stable and secure environment for all young people at night. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We are dedicated to working flexibly and imaginatively with all other professionals and families to ensure the best interests of every young person in our care are consistently met. We are looking for a Qualified Waking Night Support Worker to join out team offering a comprehensive residential service to children and young people, the aim being to ensure the physical, social and emotional care and development of the children and young people in our homes. Benefits A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role Weekly rota on rotation i.e. (1 week)- Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday= 60 hours (2 week) - Wednesday and Thursday= 24 hours Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month 236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays) Holiday increase per year - 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours) Pension scheme after a qualifying period Enrolment and funding to required qualification if not already held. Duties and Responsibilities As a Waking Night Support Worker you are required to be awake during the duration of your working shift. To ensure the safety and welfare of each child for the duration of the wake night shift. Night times can be hard for children as part of the wake night team you will need to be able to offer empathy and compassion during the night time if needed. Activities with the children Bedtime routines that are person centred to the child To be able to use a computer to keep accurate records. To be able to report a child as missing and follow the Philomena procedure in doing so. Communicate effectively with out of hour services. Answering phone calls professionally, taking messages and responding to requests and questions. To carry out duties in line with Area Camden group policies procedures and equal opportunities. To be a positive role model for other colleagues and children. All staff are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the ethos vision, aims and core principles of Area Camden and be prepared to contribute towards these aims within their staff team. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the home and children. Essential skills required Must be able to work as part of a team / bring energy and enthusiasm to the role Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children To follow delegated tasks and record detailed handovers. Be able to maintain Area Camden's policies and procedures. Can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to engage and listen to children. Take action where needed. Be organised and able to plan and prepare work Be willing to work towards the relevant qualification if not held. Children Workforce Diploma or equivalent Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
SEN Waking Night Carer, Fareham, PO15. Excellent part-time SEN Waking Night role supporting a young client with a brain injury and complex care needs. £18.05 Gross per Hour Nearest Tube/Station: Not applicable, must have own transport to travel to and from family home Wage/Salary: £18.05 Gross per Hour Driver Essential? Yes, essential. WAV Automatic van for use on duty Essential: Experience managing seizures, confident supporting a client during hydrotherapy, female applicants only. Desirable: Experience working with clients with sensory impairments. Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: Monday and Tuesday: 10.00pm to 7.30am. 1 day shift every other week typical hours 9.00am to 6.30pm weekday and 9 4pm weekends Family/Client Pets : Yes, 3 friendly dogs Accommodation: Teddy has his own area in the center of the family home, including a therapy / education room, bedroom, kitchen and hydrotherapy pool in the garden. All accessible with ceiling track hoists. Recruiter : Jade (url removed) About this client/child: Teddy, 16, is at the heart of a loving and supportive family, living independently with the support of his care team whilst his parents provide all care outside of the team s hours of duty. He is a happy young man with lots of hobbies and interests, including swimming, messy and sensory play, strolls along the local beaches and visits to farms; his team ensures all activities are adapted to Teddy s needs. Teddy sustained a brain injury secondary to pneumococcal meningitis at 1 year old, as a result he is deaf, blind, quadriplegic and has regular seizures for which at times, emergency medication is administered. Teddy communicates via body language, facial expressions, and sounds; his team are intuitive and attentive to Teddy s non-verbal communication. You will be able to see Teddy s personality shine through, once you get to know him. Teddy has a VP shunt in-situ and a PEG (mainly for medication and to top up his fluid) he loves his food, most days he can eat orally, and he will never turn down a chocolate pudding! Overview of role: Teddy s care team provide 2:1 support during the day and 1:1 at night with parents on call at all times of day or night. It is important that his waking night care team also supports Teddy during the day, to know Teddy, his routines, and for all team members to work well together. Each shift, day or night, will be dependent on Teddy s seizure activity, he can be alert and engaging or extremely sleepy and withdrawn; his team manage this very well day to day and make the very most out of the good days with planned activities etc. Teddy generally sleeps very well at night, he has sleep apnea and has an oxygen and heart rate monitor connected throughout the night, raising an alarm if he needs to be repositioned. Some nights you will be by Teddy s bedside, others you will have a video monitor and can complete some duties such as washing syringes, prepping medication, laundry etc. Teddy has been educated at home from a young age, and receives regular physiotherapy input, his team are trained to meet all his needs (health, medical, therapy, education, social etc). Additional hours available to cover leave etc. Who this job would suit: A creative, passionate, friendly, intuitive, and confident Waking Night Carer. For this role you will be an excellent communicator, team player, and advocate. Teddy s best interests are the driving force behind every decision made, and his team members go above and beyond to ensure he lives life to the full. What s great about this job: Working with Teddy is the greatest part of this role, he is an incredible person, overcoming all challenges. His team are fun and friendly, and his family gives full autonomy and are extremely supportive. This is a lovely working environment; an opportunity not to be missed. Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please see our website for more information. Please note: Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance to paragraph 1, of schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for either female or male workers.
Mar 31, 2024
Full time
SEN Waking Night Carer, Fareham, PO15. Excellent part-time SEN Waking Night role supporting a young client with a brain injury and complex care needs. £18.05 Gross per Hour Nearest Tube/Station: Not applicable, must have own transport to travel to and from family home Wage/Salary: £18.05 Gross per Hour Driver Essential? Yes, essential. WAV Automatic van for use on duty Essential: Experience managing seizures, confident supporting a client during hydrotherapy, female applicants only. Desirable: Experience working with clients with sensory impairments. Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: Monday and Tuesday: 10.00pm to 7.30am. 1 day shift every other week typical hours 9.00am to 6.30pm weekday and 9 4pm weekends Family/Client Pets : Yes, 3 friendly dogs Accommodation: Teddy has his own area in the center of the family home, including a therapy / education room, bedroom, kitchen and hydrotherapy pool in the garden. All accessible with ceiling track hoists. Recruiter : Jade (url removed) About this client/child: Teddy, 16, is at the heart of a loving and supportive family, living independently with the support of his care team whilst his parents provide all care outside of the team s hours of duty. He is a happy young man with lots of hobbies and interests, including swimming, messy and sensory play, strolls along the local beaches and visits to farms; his team ensures all activities are adapted to Teddy s needs. Teddy sustained a brain injury secondary to pneumococcal meningitis at 1 year old, as a result he is deaf, blind, quadriplegic and has regular seizures for which at times, emergency medication is administered. Teddy communicates via body language, facial expressions, and sounds; his team are intuitive and attentive to Teddy s non-verbal communication. You will be able to see Teddy s personality shine through, once you get to know him. Teddy has a VP shunt in-situ and a PEG (mainly for medication and to top up his fluid) he loves his food, most days he can eat orally, and he will never turn down a chocolate pudding! Overview of role: Teddy s care team provide 2:1 support during the day and 1:1 at night with parents on call at all times of day or night. It is important that his waking night care team also supports Teddy during the day, to know Teddy, his routines, and for all team members to work well together. Each shift, day or night, will be dependent on Teddy s seizure activity, he can be alert and engaging or extremely sleepy and withdrawn; his team manage this very well day to day and make the very most out of the good days with planned activities etc. Teddy generally sleeps very well at night, he has sleep apnea and has an oxygen and heart rate monitor connected throughout the night, raising an alarm if he needs to be repositioned. Some nights you will be by Teddy s bedside, others you will have a video monitor and can complete some duties such as washing syringes, prepping medication, laundry etc. Teddy has been educated at home from a young age, and receives regular physiotherapy input, his team are trained to meet all his needs (health, medical, therapy, education, social etc). Additional hours available to cover leave etc. Who this job would suit: A creative, passionate, friendly, intuitive, and confident Waking Night Carer. For this role you will be an excellent communicator, team player, and advocate. Teddy s best interests are the driving force behind every decision made, and his team members go above and beyond to ensure he lives life to the full. What s great about this job: Working with Teddy is the greatest part of this role, he is an incredible person, overcoming all challenges. His team are fun and friendly, and his family gives full autonomy and are extremely supportive. This is a lovely working environment; an opportunity not to be missed. Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please see our website for more information. Please note: Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance to paragraph 1, of schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for either female or male workers.