Support Worker

Description:

Support Worker
Location: The Bungalow, Wickford, SS11 8QW
Salary: £11.44 per hour + 25% weekend work enhancement
Contract: Full and Part time Day positions available (shift times 7am to 2.30pm / 2.30pm to 10pm) and part time night positions available (shift times are 10pm to 7.15am)
Benefits: Free enhanced DBS check, full training including the Care Certificate and ongoing training, Blue Light Card, Free on-site Parking and Access to our Employee Assistance programme!
We are Hamelin Trust, an Essex based charity founded 40 years ago by two families raising children with learning disabilities.
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to make a positive impact?
Join our team at The Bungalow, where we offer a warm and inviting environment for our residents to call home. Our dedicated staff provides round-the-clock support that is personal and respectful, empowering residents to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Be a part of a caring community that prioritizes dignity and compassion in everything we do.
Experience in working with individuals with disabilities is preferred, but we are willing to provide training and mentorship to newcomers in the sector. A full driving license is advantageous but not essential.
With rotas planned a month in advance, you can easily plan your life outside of work.
In return for your hard work, we offer competitive hourly rates, generous weekend enhancements, free training, an enhanced DBS check, onsite parking, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. You will also receive a warm welcome into our team.
To learn more or apply for this exciting opportunity, visit our website or contact the HR team at Hamelin Trust. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our service users, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of others today!
As our Support Worker you will be responsible for:
* Supporting the individual in participating in social, recreational, and leisure activities that promote engagement and well-being.
* Assisting with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, while ensuring the individual's dignity and privacy are respected.
* Administering medications and provide health monitoring to ensure the individual's physical health needs are met.
* Collaborating with the individual's family, healthcare providers, and other support professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care.
* Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of care provided, progress towards goals, and any changes in the individual's needs or preferences.
Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of others today!
As part of the Hamelin Trust team, you will receive:
* Free enhanced DBS check
* Full training including the Care Certificate and ongoing training
* Blue Light Card
* Free on-site parking
* Access to our Employee Assistance program
* Prior experience working with adults with learning disabilities is desirable, but full training is provided – so as long as you are passionate about supporting those with disabilities to reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you!
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today