Relief Support Worker

Creative Support Ltd; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing holistic care to older individuals. As a Relief Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of residents by supporting their mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Your experience in working with vulnerable adults will be invaluable as you assist with personal care and engage residents in meaningful activities. This role offers the flexibility of weekly or monthly pay, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the community. Embrace the chance to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment where every individual is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve months experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Willingness to embrace all aspects of the Relief Support Worker role.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to maintain their wellbeing mentally, physically, and emotionally.
• Assist with personal care and domestic tasks.
• Encourage and empower individuals to achieve their personal goals.

Skills

Support for vulnerable adults

Personal care assistance

Positive communication

Empowerment and encouragement

Education

Experience working with vulnerable adults

Job description

We are looking for calm, resourceful Relief Support Workers who are highly motivated, hardworking, and keen to support older people in a proactive and holistic manner. Prince of Wales Drive is an Extra Care scheme for older people located next to Battersea Park.

About the Scheme

The scheme consists of 59 self-contained flats and focuses on providing integrated, holistic care and support to older people with diverse needs, including dementia, mental health issues, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and complex health needs.

Role Responsibilities

1. Support individuals to maintain their wellbeing mentally, physically, and emotionally.
2. Support people to access work, education, and social opportunities.
3. Assist with personal care and domestic tasks.
4. Engage with individuals using positive communication and unconditional positive regard.
5. Encourage and empower individuals to achieve their personal goals.
6. Bring personal skills and interests such as sports, arts, music, or cooking to enrich residents' lives.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of twelve months experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Willingness to embrace all aspects of the Relief Support Worker role.
• Location in and eligibility to work within the UK.

Additional Information

We offer weekly or monthly pay, according to the candidate's preference.

Vacancy Reference Number: 81578

Applications must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the vacancy reference number. For assistance, contact the Recruitment Department at 0161 236 0829 or email [e-mail].

Creative Support is an inclusive, anti-racist organization, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, and recent Investors in People Gold award recipient. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and cultures.

Note: We review applications as received and do not provide feedback on unsuccessful applications. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying.