Details:
- Salary: £14.50 - 16 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Nationwide
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
About WESolutions
WESolutions is a global healthcare recruitment consultancy, connecting healthcare professionals with international/domestic career opportunities.
Job Overview
We are seeking Support Workers with hands-on experience supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours that challenge. The role involves providing person-centred care, managing behavioural escalation safely, and working collaboratively within enhanced staffing arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide person-centred support in line with individual care plans, risk assessments and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans.
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Recognise behavioural triggers and early warning signs and use appropriate de-escalation techniques.
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Support individuals who may display physical aggression, impulsivity, destructive behaviour or absconding risks.
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Work effectively within enhanced staffing arrangements, including 3:1, 4:1 and 5:1 support.
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Follow safeguarding procedures and least restrictive practice principles.
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Support personal care, daily living activities, medication, meals and community access as required.
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Maintain accurate care records and incident reports.
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Work closely with colleagues and senior staff to maintain safety and consistency of care.
Essential Requirements
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Previous hands-on experience supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours that challenge.
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Experience in 3:1, 4:1 or 5:1 support packages, or a comparable high-acuity setting.
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Practical experience managing behavioural escalation and physical aggression.
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Strong de-escalation skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
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Experience following care plans, risk assessments and behavioural support plans.
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Good teamwork, communication and safeguarding awareness.
Desirable Requirements
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DMI (Dynamis), PMVA or another recognised physical intervention qualification.
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Experience in learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injury or mental health support.
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Knowledge of PBS, DoLS and restrictive care arrangements.
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Experience with incident reporting and post-incident debriefing