Job Description

Care Support Worker - Learning Disabilities

Registered Care Home / Supported Living Services

Ludlow and surrounding areas, Shropshire

12.25 per hour (Days)

Full-time, Part-time and Casual Bank Contracts Available

PLEASE NOTE - We are UNABLE to offer visa sponsorship for this job role

Vision Homes Association has been supporting adults with multiple disabilities to lead full and active lives for over 30 years.

We are proud to have been awarded Partner's in Care Shropshire's Care Provider of the Year 2024. From our recent staff survey, our staff have told us that they are really engaged and feel proud to work for us and the people we support

Due to expansion of our services in the Ludlow area, we have vacancies supporting adults for Care/Support Workers to work at either our registered Care Homes or in Supported Living services in and around Ludlow.

About the role

You will be available to provide physical support and emotional reassurance, both within the service and out in the local community. Some of the people Vision Homes Association supports require assistance with personal care or medication.

You will be required to undertake shifts as and when required. The support we provide is around the clock, 365 days per year. This means that you will be expected to be available to work a variety of shift patterns, including weekdays, weekends and Bank Holidays:

Care Home Shift Patterns

Early shift - 7am - 3pm
Late Shift - 2pm - 10pm

Supported Living Services Shift Patterns

Full shift 9am - 10pm / Sleep In / 7am - 9am
Part Shift 5pm - 10pm / Sleep In / 7am / 9am

Sleep in Shifts are paid separately from contracts, currently 62.50 or 80.00 per sleep-in

Duties

Assist the people we support with daily living activities in a caring and respectful manner. Implement individualized care plans tailored to each person's specific needs. Foster a supportive and safe environment within the care home setting. Communicate effectively with the people we support, their families, and healthcare professionals. Utilize IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes. Assist people to appointments or outings/activities as required. Collaborate with the care team to ensure the well-being of everyone we support

What we need from you

The qualities we are looking for in successful applicants are:
Reliability / Patience / Caring / Responsible Attitude / Intuitive and Willingness to Learn

Pay and Rewards

Vision Homes Association offers a full induction and ongoing training, including the opportunity to gain nationally accredited vocational qualifications. We also offer benefits which include:

Great rates of pay Free training Opportunity to join Workplace pension scheme Employee Assistance scheme to support your health and wellbeing
Join our team at Vision Homes Association to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with multiple disabilities. Enjoy comprehensive training, ongoing development opportunities, and the chance to work within a friendly and supportive team environment. Apply now to embark on a fulfilling career as a Support Worker with us!

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure (paid for by VHA) and achieve satisfactory references from previous employers.

VHA is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 12.25 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 36 per week

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift
Application question(s):

Do you live in or near the town of Ludlow in Shropshire?
Experience:

supporting people with disabilities: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person