Job Description

Senior Support Worker - Rye

We are looking for a kind, caring and well organised Senior Support Worker to join our amazing team of carers within our Extra Care Unit in Rye, East Sussex.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be supporting our residents to live more independently within their own homes. You will be assisting them with daily living tasks, including personal care, helping with domestic duties, cooking or taking them out into the local community to help them stay independent and doing the things they love.

The position is full time, and shifts are 7am - 2pm, and 2pm - 10pm, 7 days a week.

Main responsibilities:

Willing to support with personal care/meal preparation/shopping/light household duties/assisting with medication. To mentor new/existing care staff. To deliver high quality care to all residents. To assist new residents to adapt to Extra Care living and manage theirs and their family's expectations. To proactively re-able residents and promote independence. To support Team Leader and/or Branch/Registered Manager as required. To assist with Care planning documentation ensuring notes and tasks are completed accurately and in line with Company Policy. To deal with and arrange residents' visits with professionals such as GP's, OT's, DN's and other multi-disciplinary teams. To be the 'go to' person on duty for other carers.

About you:

Strong organisational skills. Excellent verbal/written communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and a can-do attitude. Committed to delivering high standards. Familiar with domiciliary or Extra Care environments. Previous care experience is essential. NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care Self-motivated and able to use your own initiative.
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You must have the Right to Work in the UK, and undergo a full Disclosure and Barring Service process.

If this role sounds of interest, please contact our recruitment team on 01892531675.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.50-12.75 per hour

Benefits:

Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:

providing care: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person