Support Worker

Cartref Ni Limited; Prestatyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local support service provider in Prestatyn seeks compassionate individuals to support two gentlemen with disabilities in their daily lives. You will assist with personal care, help develop daily living skills, and access public amenities. The position offers flexible hours with a pay rate of £12.70 to £13.75 per hour based on experience and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Staff rewards scheme with retail discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced employer matched pension contributions

Qualifications

• Able and willing to drive, especially mobility vehicles.
• Passion for making a positive difference in vulnerable individuals' lives.
• Willingness to undertake all training identified.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care requirements using specialist equipment.
• Help individuals access public amenities including pushing wheelchairs.
• Develop daily living skills with individuals in home-related activities.
• Attend Service Delivery / Care Plan meetings.
• Participate in supervision sessions and team meetings.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Numeracy and literacy skills

Ability to push a wheelchair

Ability to undertake moderately physical activities

Job description

Overview

Supporting two gentlemen living in Prestatyn. One aims to become as independent and self-sufficient as possible; he enjoys cycling and going out to meet friends in the evening. The other gentleman enjoys a quieter life, swimming, strolls along the prom, horse riding and fish and chips. Car driver essential.

The Role

Reporting to the Service Manager, you’ll be working at a house where support is provided as part of a team, to people who may have both learning and physical disabilities who live in their own home. Your duties will require you to:

• Assist with all personal care requirements using hoists and other specialist equipment as appropriate; and, at all times, respecting the person’s dignity and privacy
• Assist individuals to access general public amenities both by vehicle and on foot (to include pushing a wheelchair as necessary and utilising an adapted vehicle)
• Assist individuals in developing their daily living skills to include home-related activities such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, changing beds, laundry and shopping
• Complete all daily living tasks that cannot be completed by individuals due to physical and/or learning disabilities
• Attend, and actively participate in Service Delivery / Care Plan meetings
• Attend supervision sessions and team meetings
• Hours available on the 24/7 rotas may include day, evening, weekend shifts and sleep ins.

• Permanent contract
• Pay rate of £12.70 to £13.75 per hour based on experience
• Some flexibility with hours worked
• Career development opportunities, with investment in training
• Staff rewards scheme with retail discount perks
• Cycle to work and discounted computer scheme
• Enhanced employer matched pension contributions

Our Requirements

• Able and willing to drive (most individuals we support have mobility vehicles)
• Able to push a wheelchair and utilise specialist mobility equipment (with training)
• Able to undertake a broad range of moderately physical activities
• Effective and clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Passion for making a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable people
• Able to work unsupervised making the best use of resources
• Ability to work in a team in a supportive and considerate manner
• Ability and willingness to listen
• Patient, and calm and confident in challenging situations
• Willingness to undertake all identified training