Support Worker

Why should I apply for this Support Worker job?

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• You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and aptitude for the role by completing the minimum standards and the Care Certificate within the first 3 months.
• We offer all employees the tools and training necessary to succeed in the role, and the right candidate will enjoy working in a safe and clean environment.

What does this Support Worker job involve?

• On a day-to-day basis support workers must demonstrate empathy and a caring attitude and promote the harmony in the home.
• It is important that health and safety is followed to promote infection control and keep everyone safe at work.
• The role involves supporting the service users in their chosen environment to; do their laundry, iron clothes, vacuum the carpets, mop floors, dust and wipe down surfaces as you go and support them to cook and prepare meals.
• The service users need support with their personal care and it is paramount that you treat every individual with dignity and respect.
• As a Support Worker you will have the opportunity to accompany service users to use public transport to access their activities, such as bowling, going shopping, playing tennis, or going to the gym.
• You must read and understand individual care plans and follow these in order for you to develop a greater understanding of those you are supporting.

We have a range of shift patterns starting at 2pm until 10pm. There is a sleeping-in duty from 10pm (Sleeping in duty is paid £60pn) until 7am, when you will begin work again in the house until 10am or 2pm depending on the service users needs. You have the opportunity to progress to senior and management levels depending on your willingness to learn and loyalty shown to the company.

Am I the right person for this Support Worker job?

We are looking for Support Workers who are:

• Honest
• Caring
• Hard working
• Reliable
• You do not have to be a driver but living within a short distance away would be beneficial
• Being on time
• Being part of a team
• Completing the domestic daily tasks to the highest standards
• No previous experience required

About the Company

We are a Supported Living organisation that supports individuals with physical and learning disabilities in their own home. There are 3 service users in a house in Hatfield and we always strive to offer them excellent care.

Job Title: Support Worker
Reference Number: HCPA003653
Company Name: Delava Care
Shifts Available: Mornings, Evenings, Days, Nights, Weekends
Location: Hatfield
Type of Care Provider: Supported Living
Supporting individuals with: Learning Disability, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment, Epilepsy, Neurological Conditions
Pay/Salary: £9.50 - £10.20 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 24 Hours Per Week / 7am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm
Driving Required: Preferred
Contract Type: Full Time Contract, Part Time Contract

If you are interested in this position, please apply today and we will call you within the next few days. If this is not the right job for you, you can search and apply easily for other positions via www.hertsgoodcare.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 24 per week

Salary: £9.50-£10.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Store discount

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

• Care home
• Residential home

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hatfield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: HCPA003653