Support Worker

6 months ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Bespoke Support Full time

PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME

We are recruiting a team of Support Workers to join our team at Bespoke Support in Dumfries.

Looking for a local job in a friendly and supportive environment? As a Support Worker you will provide support to people in their own homes, assisting them to remain independent.

We are looking for people who are reliable, friendly, professional and share our values of being trustworthy, respectful and and compassionate.

Staff benefits

Excellent hourly rates - £12.20 per hour & with a mileage allowance of 50p per mile when using your own car BUPA Employee assistance programme (which extends to anyone over 16 in your household) Peer support Wellness check ins Face to Face in house training Provided with uniform and PPE Shadow visits to new clients Flexible working patterns

You will be traveling between clients so a Full Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle which you can insure for business use is desirable.

We have full time and part time positions available.

Job Purpose

To support people in a way that is: respectful, promotes independence and enables the individuals you support to realise their own potential. This may also include supporting individuals in accessing the community, in their own homes or in any setting their needs and choices may require. As a Support Worker you will receive blended training to enhance the skills you may already possess and shadowing to ensure you are integrated into your new role appropriately.

Job Responsibilities include:

- Provide assistance with daily household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and organising

- Prepare meals and assist with meal planning

- Assist with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing

- Provide companionship and engage in conversation with the client

- Monitor and assist with medication reminders

Experience:

- Previous experience as a home assistant or in a similar role is preferred but not essential

- Knowledge of basic household cleaning techniques and practices

- Familiarity with meal preparation and cooking

- Ability to follow instructions and work independently

- Excellent communication skills and ability to engage in conversation

- Compassionate and caring attitude towards clients

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect client privacy

Key Learning Areas:

Undertaking foundation training prior to commencement of role and engage with ongoing training on a regular basis as per programme. Develop and demonstrate communication skills. Communicating with the individuals you support using appropriate communication methods, including tact, empathy, and diplomacy. Develop Knowledge and skills in providing individual care. This may include personal care and assisting with bathing to maintain a high standard of hygiene where the individual requires this. This may also include people moving techniques, using hoists, and repositioning individuals as required. Learn about individual support plans. Participating in the development and implementation of individuals' support plans to encourage the people you support to take an active role in all aspects of daily living and ensure the appropriate level of individual care and support is provided. Under supervision learn how to promote a healthy and safe environment: Assist individuals with household activities such as cooking, mealtimes, laundering and cleaning to promote a healthy environment for the people you support and the promotion of independent living. Learn about the importance of Record Keeping. Recording and completing any appropriate documentation to ensure that individuals' records, observations, or research results are accurate and informative. Ensuring all policies and procedures applicable to the service and the company are followed to comply with regulations and good practice. Undertaking all training during the programme (including statutory) relevant to the needs of the service and the people you support and according to relevant legislation to professionally develop and gain skills beneficial to the individuals. Engage with further learning opportunities afforded to you by Bespoke Support.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

  • Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Bespoke Support Full time

    PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIMEWe are recruiting a team of Support Workers to join our team at Bespoke Support in Dumfries.Looking for a local job in a friendly and supportive environment?As a Support Worker you will provide support to people in their own homes, assisting them to remain independent.We are looking for people who are...

  • Creative Support | Support Worker | United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

    City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Creative Support Full time

    Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support We are looking for a friendly Support Worker to provide personalised support to adults with a learning disability living at our supported living service in Barrow, Cumbria.You will have a can-do approach with the acknowledgement of positive behaviour support to ensure...

  • Creative Support | Support Worker | United Kingdom

    1 week ago

    City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Creative Support Full time

    Creative Support is a national, fast-growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with diverse care needs.We are currently recruiting warm, flexible, and motivated individuals to work as peripatetic Support Workers across Tyneside and Durham.You will provide person-centred support to people living in bespoke developments, helping them...

  • Care Worker

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Spotlight Support C.I.C Full time

    **Spotlight Support is looking for new people to join our amazing support team!** Spotlight support aims to deliver high quality tailored support packages to individuals with additional support needs. Our clients are always at the heart of everything we do and all our care is person centred. **Spotlight benefits**: - Starting wage is above the minimum...

  • Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Thera Scotland Full time

    **Thera Scotland **has an exciting opportunity available for a** Support Worker **to join our team in **Smithton, Inverness, Highlands.** You will join us on a** permanent basis, with full-time or part-time hours available**.** **In return, you will receive a competitive salary of **£11.40 per hour.** Are you a patient and caring individual looking for a...

  • Creative Support | Relief Support Worker | St Helens, Merseyside

    2 weeks ago

    City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Creative Support Full time

    Creative Support is looking for warm, caring, and proactive Relief Support Workers to provide person-centred care at our respite service in St Helens.The service provides planned respite care for adults aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and physical and sensory disabilities.Thyme Lodge, a modern detached house in Clockface,...

  • Support Worker

    7 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Thera Scotland Full time

    **Thera Scotland **has an exciting opportunity available for a** Support Worker **to join our team across **Edinburgh (Currie/Balerno/Juniper Green). **You will join us on a **full-time or part-time, permanent basis**. In return, you will receive a competitive rate of **£11 per hour**.** **Working hours: **Mon-Fri 07:00-09:15 & 15:00-23:00pm // Weekends...

  • Support Worker

    3 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

    Support Worker - Outreach Respite Service in Edinburgh. Various shifts, full or part-time guaranteed hours, or occasional hours if you prefer working with flexibility. Are you an experienced care worker or would love to start a career in care? If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, helping us to continue our great work making a...

  • Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Key Health are looking for Support workers to work in and around Edinburgh to support our care home client as an agency worker. Nights and day shifts are available. Expereince in elderly care is essental. Nursing home patients. PVG required Mandatory training & Manual Handling Up to date Safeguaring Drivers would be preferred

  • Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Voyage Care Full time

    Support Worker Edinburgh - £12.50ph Typical Shifts are: 15 hour shifts with sleepover. 1 on 2 off or 2 on 4 off, also other varying shifts. Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with: Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (T's & C's apply) Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (T's & C's...

  • Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Voyage Care Full time

    Support Worker Edinburgh - £12.50ph Typical Shifts are: 15 hour shifts with sleepover. 1 on 2 off or 2 on 4 off, also other varying shifts. Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with: Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (T's & C's apply) Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (T's & C's...

  • Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

    Are you an experienced care worker or would love to start a career in care? If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, helping us to continue our great work making a positive impact every day on the lives of people with a disability. At Jewel Park, we offer supported living options for people with varying abilities to live wherever and however...

  • Support Worker

    7 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Thera Scotland Full time

    **Thera Scotland **has an exciting opportunity available for a** Support Worker **to join our team across **Edinburgh (Currie/Balerno/Juniper Green). **You will join us on a **full-time or part-time, permanent basis**. In return, you will receive a competitive rate of **£11 per hour**.** **Working hours**:Mon-Fri 07:00-09:15 & 15:00-23:00pm // Weekends are...

  • Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

    Are you an experienced care worker or would love to start a career in care? If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, helping us to continue our great work making a positive impact every day on the lives of people with a disability. Alemoor Crescent is a friendly place to live for six adults with various disabilities. You’ll find us in the...

  • Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

    Are you an experienced care worker or would love to start a career in care? If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, helping us to continue our great work making a positive impact every day on the lives of people with a disability. Argyle Street is home for adults with disabilities. Our home is on the shoreline of the Firth of Forth, and...

  • Support Worker

    3 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

    Are you an experienced care worker or would love to start a career in care? If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, helping us to continue our great work making a positive impact every day on the lives of people with a disability. Blackadder Place is home for adults with physical disabilities. We’re in the north of Edinburgh and have...

  • Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

    Are you an experienced care worker or would love to start a career in care? If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, helping us to continue our great work making a positive impact every day on the lives of people with a disability. Newhaven Road in the north of Edinburgh is home for adults with disabilities. Our home is right by Victoria...

  • Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Autism Initiatives Full time

    Are you looking for a new rewarding role? The opportunity to make a genuine and positive difference to people’s lives? Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you! **Support Workers** **Edinburgh Housing & Outreach Support Services** **Full-time, Part-time and Relief opportunities available** **£24,368.53 - £25,243.92 p.a. pro rata (based on 39...

  • Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Autism Initiatives Full time

    Are you looking for a new rewarding role? The opportunity to make a genuine and positive difference to people’s lives? Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you! **Support Workers** **Edinburgh **Housing & Outreach Support Services** **Full-time, Part-time and Relief opportunities available** **£24,368.53 - £25,243.92 p.a. pro rata (based on...

  • Support Worker

    7 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Autism Initiatives Full time

    Are you looking for a rewarding role? Do you want an opportunity to make a genuine and positive difference to people’s lives? Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you! **Support Workers** **Edinburgh** **Housing & Outreach Support Services** **Full-time, Part-time and Relief opportunities available** **£24,368.53 - £25,243.92 p.a. pro rata...