Support Worker/Health Care Assistant Northampton, England
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
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Store discount
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 Sep 2023
