Job Description

At The Beehive Project, our mission is to support all those from various backgrounds, including those with mental health concerns, care leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASCs), and individuals transitioning from residential care back into the community. We focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Our goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives.

The Role

We are seeking to recruit a senior support worker who will deliver person-centred care in line with CQC regulations. The successful candidate will contribute towards the safeguarding, risk management, and the delivery of care that promotes dignity, independence, and positive outcomes.

Duties

To remain alert throughout the day / night to ensure the safety of those we support.

To promote the rights of our service users and ensure that they are treated with dignity and respect.

To record and update information within a care plan about the service users you support, ensuring all interactions and support provided are accurately documented to assist in the writing of reports.

To empower service users the ability to achieve the outcomes they identify as desirable for independent living.

Build empathetic, professional relationships to develop trust and offer emotional and practical support - especially during times of crisis.

To support with tasks such as medication, personal care and domestic duties, including cleaning of the house, as well as conducting and participating in regular health and safety checks.

Maintain and review personalised risk assessments, care plans, ensuring the active involvement of the service user to promote a person-centred approach.

Work closely with external agencies (e.g., social workers, healthcare professionals, police or ambulance service) and supporting service users to various appointments including health visits or social worker meetings as an example.

Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in local community activities and events.

Candidate Attributes and desirable skills:

Good verbal and written English.

Previous experience in a regulated care setting with ability to demonstrate commitment to providing safe, high quality care.

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards).

Have an enhanced Child and Adult workforce DBS, or willing to obtain one at the company's expense.

Must have right to work in the UK as we are unable to provide sponsorship.

Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and experience of implementing safeguarding procedures.

Familiarity with CQC standards and have a knowledge of CQC principles to be able to expand on the CQC service and framework currently offered.

Knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards and Key Lines of Enquiry.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.

Ability to manage own diary and time.

Understanding of the principles of GDPR and confidentiality.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive and proactive approach.

You will embody our values - PRAISE:

Passion - Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people we support.

Respect - Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices.

Advocacy - Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to.

Innovation - Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way we work and the outcomes for young people.

Sense of Fun - Create moments of joy and connection, making our spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting.

Empowerment - Support young people to build confidence, make decisions, and take control of their own lives

In return you will receive:

30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service.

Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities.

Sponsorship available for relevant health and social care qualifications.

Gym membership.

Health & wellbeing programme.

Blue Light Discount card.

Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation).

Buy/bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation).

Company sick pay.

Interested?

If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in somebody's life, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.26 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person