Support Worker/Health Care Assistant

Support Worker/Health Care Assistant Northampton, England

Ryan Q C Homes LTD
Full Time Northampton, England 10.25 - 11.1 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

About us

Ryan Quality Care Homes is a private family-run care and support organisation who prides itself on its personal, family-approach to care.

In December 2019, Ryan Q C Homes LTD. were awarded joint 1st place out of 174 local care providers, by Northamptonshire County Council’s commissioning framework, for people with a learning disability.

Founded in 1998 – 23 years on, Ryan Q C Homes LTD. has evolved into a dynamic care organisation, which supports a diverse range of individuals, with varying needs and abilities.

Currently supporting 44 individuals across twelve properties, Ryan Q C Homes LTD. is considered to be one of Northamptonshire’s leading care and support providers.

Be a Critical Key Worker within Northamptonshire's leading care provider - supporting adults with learning disabilities - from 18 years+

No experience necessary - full training for the position provided

P/T and F/T Positions available. Sleep-in duties also required as additional to contracted hours.

We currently support 45 residents across our 12 residential and supported living homes within Northampton - NN3 & NN2 area. (3-6 bedded houses)

Purpose of Role

To provide care and support to adults aged 18+ with moderate to severe learning and/or physical disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensuring all of the Residents needs are met to the highest possible standard and in line with their care plans and current legislation.
  • Monitoring the maintenance of the Home and observing the health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
  • Managing budgets, keeping accurate records of the Resident’s finances and handling their monies in a responsible and considerate manner.
  • Reporting and recording significant incidents/events to relevant personnel and/or agencies.
  • Communicating at all levels with all relevant parties to ensure the smooth running of the Home and business and to ensure the Residents’ needs are handed over effectively.
  • Correct storage and administration of medication.
  • Ensuring confidentiality of the Residents, staff teams and the Company, in accordance with the Data Protection Act at all times.
  • Safeguarding the Residents
  • Always treat Residents with the utmost respect and ensure that their rights are observed at all times.
  • Promote Residents’ independence by enabling them to achieve within their capabilities.

Duties will include

  • Personal care
  • Moving and handling Residents
  • Taking Residents out on activities
  • General housekeeping
  • Preparing food and beverages
  • General administration
  • Undertaking Sleep-in duties as required - Sleep in duty eg. 10pm-8am paid at £5.50ph rate
  • Completing all tasks set by a Team Leader or Senior Management

Training

  • Participate fully in the company induction and training programme.
  • Undertake mandatory qualifications, recognized nationally and as required by current legislation.

Skills Required

  • Team Working
  • Communication both written and verbal
  • Adaptability to change
  • Problem solving
  • The ability to work unsupervised and supervised

This Job Description is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities but accurately reflects the current position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 24-30 per week

Salary: £10.25-£11.10 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Store discount
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Weekend availability

Application question(s):

  • Able to complete 'Sleep in' Duties alongside contracted hours

Experience:

  • Care: 1 year (preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day shift (preferred)
  • Overnight shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SW May 2022

Support Worker/Health Care Assistant
Ryan Q C Homes LTD

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