Job Description

About us

Protea Care Homes puts the individual at the centre of its care throughout its supported living services and residential care homes. We work closely with our service users and their families to respond optimally to their needs, promoting independence and fulfilment for the best quality of life.

Established in 1997, we are a specialist independent healthcare provider for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. Our experience enables us to understand each service user's needs, however complex, and develop an individualised support plan that enables them to achieve their maximum level of functioning in a safe and homely environment.

We currently operate in Kent, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Warwickshire. We aim to continue to expand our business in the same and in new areas.

The role of a Support Worker is vital in providing support and care to the people we support.

We are seeking compassionate, reliable FULL TIME Support Workers to join our services. You will provide essential support to adults with learning disabilities and mental health diagnosis. This client group has complex needs of care.

Your role will focus on enhancing quality of life, promoting independence, and providing safe, person-centred care.

We require people with experience in care. Full training, induction, and ongoing support will be provided.

Responsibilities

Support people with learning disabilities to the highest standard and in line with their support plan, cultural needs and wishes. Support people to manage their own home, including supporting individuals with maintaining their tenancies and give support and guidance when individuals move home. Support people with personal care if required, which may include toileting and bathing, in line with their support plan. Support and encourage people to make choices and life decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act requirements. Assist and encourage people to engage in everyday home, social, leisure and work activities, according to the individual's choice. Support people with their health needs as required, e.g. taking medication and attending doctor's appointments. Keep accurate and up to date records. Support people with their finances, where necessary, and in line with the company policy Promote health, safety and well-being of the people we support. Work positively with colleagues, families and external organisations and professionals. Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Benefits

Pension scheme Free training Employee Assistance Programme Salary Extras Platform On-site parking
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Relocation assistance Store discount
Application question(s):

Protea Care Homes does not sponsor. Please confirm that you are not looking for sponsorship. Mandatory question - application won't be considered if left blank. The job requires staff to be flexible and cover shifts that could fall any time, any day of the week. Please confirm if you have this flexibility. Please confirm how many hours per week are you looking to work? Mandatory question - application won't be considered if left blank.
Experience:

care: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person