Days Support Worker

Days Support Worker Derby, England

Cygnet
Full Time Derby, England 10.75 - 11.2 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

Cygnet Healthcare is looking for support workers to join our team working at Conifers. If you have previously worked or are currently working as a care assistant, healthcare assistant, or support worker looking for a new opportunity or your first role within Social Care to help support residents with all aspects of their everyday life within a care home setting as part of the NHS partnership.

Conifers is a specialist 7-bed residential home providing outcome-focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of profound to moderate learning disability and autism with associated complex needs. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Conifers is based in Borrowash which is around a 10-15 minute drive from Derby City Centre with good links via local bus services.

What Cygnet Offer:

  • Starting pay of £10.75 per hour rising to £11.00 per hour after 6 months
  • Free Meal during shifts
  • Free local parking
  • Free DBS.
  • NHS Blue Light Discount Card, Reward Gateway®
  • Fully Paid Training and Induction
  • Paid Annual Leave
  • Paid breaks
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Regular staff events and team building days
  • Access to further career development

Your role as a Support Worker at Conifers:

  • Working from 07:45am till 08:00pm
  • Working regular shift patterns (Week 1 Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun : Week 2 Weds, Thurs, Fri)
  • 42 hours per week
  • Key Duties – Promoting the health and wellbeing of the individuals we support
  • Supporting with activities and daily living
  • Supporting with all aspects of personal care in a dignified manner
  • Being able to remain calm in challenging situations
  • Supporting individuals with complex dietary needs
  • The ability to make a difference to the lives of the individuals we support

What you will need:

  • Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex healthcare needs including Epilepsy.
  • Preferably hold a full clean UK driving license (although this is not essential for this role)
  • A can-do attitude and the ability to work well within a friendly staff team.
  • Knowledge of non-verbal communication techniques such as Makaton would be advantageous, however training on this will be provided.

If this sounds like an opportunity you want to explore, please apply above using the 'Apply Now' button. Or, alternatively please email your CV to [email protected]

Days Support Worker
Cygnet

www.cygnetgroup.com
London, United Kingdom
Dr Tony Romero
$100 to $500 million (USD)
5001 to 10000 Employees
Company - Private
Healthcare Services & Hospitals
1988
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