Job Description

Residential Support Worker

Silver Springs Support Ltd

currently have opportunities for a Senior Support Worker to join our support team at our residential home Johnston. The home is a small, personalised home (a maximum of 4 residents), with generous staffing levels at all times.

Experience in the health and social care sector is necessary and we will provide a full induction programme with ongoing training and support.

We have both Full and Part Time hours available.

Silver Springs Support Ltd

provide support predominantly for individuals with a Learning Disability and/or Autism. Our person-centred approach enables individuals to live within their own home, increasing their independence, promoting decision making and ability to actively participate in their local community.

Every day brings new opportunities, new ideas and new challenges. Our support workers enjoy promoting independence and participation in activities, encouraging inclusion for the people we support and helping to build key skills. Support work is varied and challenging and there is no denying that it can be tough but as well as having hard days, it is intensely rewarding and enjoyable. Our homes are small and personal and support workers are key to our residents having a fulfilled and varied life.

The following are an overview of responsibilities of a Senior Residential Support Worker:

Enables our service users to carry out all the tasks involved in their daily life. This may include things like supporting people with managing their finances and their home, domestic tasks, meal preparation, medication, shopping, medical and routine appointments, personal care (e.g. washing, bathing, shaving, going to the toilet). Keeps accurate records, carrying out all recording and reporting in a person centred, factual manner. Develops the service and themselves through service reviews, performance management processes, staff meetings and learning and development opportunities. Raises appropriate and important issues or concerns in a timely manner with line manager, suggesting ways in which they could be addressed. Works safely and ensuring contractual and regulatory compliance so our service users can trust, feel safe and have confidence in the support we provide. Complete and manage rotas effectively in line with service requirements to ensure that the needs of the service users are met. This includes making sure that medical appointments are attended with appropriate knowledgeable support staff. To support your team in fulfilling their role as a support worker and to be providing them with advice and guidance in case of any queries or emergencies.

We are looking for someone who:

Is committed to supporting people to live lifestyles of their choosing Can work as part of a team Demonstrates positive values Work in a professional and respectful manner Promotes and maintains independence, choice, and respect Has the ability to work to a high standard on their own initiative and as part of a larger team Is willing to go the extra mile Can maintain confidentiality and shows professionalism in their work A QCF or NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is essential Registration with Social Care Wales or willing to complete the registration within the specified timescale Holds a full UK driving licence

We can offer you:

Salary starting at 13.10 per hour (current rate) Sleepovers paid at 9.00 per hour 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Fully paid comprehensive induction and training programme QCF Training Opportunities Career progression Auto enrolment pension Full support with the Social Care Registration if needed Flexible shift patterns Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) paid by employer Free uniforms
This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure which will be completed upon successful application and 2 satisfactory references being obtained. All applications will be dealt with on an individual basis in accordance with our policy and organisational requirements.

The hours of work will be covering a shift pattern so may include Bank Holidays, evenings, weekends, sleepovers and, very occasionally, waking nights.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

How to apply

: Please apply with a CV including your phone and email details and our Recruitment Manager will be in touch as soon as possible.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.10 per hour

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence with relevant insurance (preferred)
Work Location: In person