Support Worker

Support WorkerJob Ref Number: ZR505Location: Moreton Wirral Hours: 24 hours per week waking nights Pay: 13.50 to 14.00 per hourAbout HomeCareDirectHomeCareDirect is a leading national provider of personalised home care. We are dedicated to delivering safe compassionate and person-centred care while ensuring our staff receive high-quality training supervision and career development opportunities. Why Join UsAs a valued member of our team youll enjoy:Competitive Pay & BenefitsCompany pension schemeEnhanced bank holiday payPaid trainingOngoing Support & RecognitionDedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse support24/7 on-call assistanceEmployee perks including:Blue Light discount cardLong Service AwardsPA of the Quarter Awards24/7 confidential wellbeing support via Spectrum Life The RoleAs a Personal Care Assistant youll be part of our clients dedicated support team providing essential care in their home. Youll be employed by HomeCareDirect but will focus solely on supporting this client. This vacancy is for 24 hours per week which will be 2 x waking nights. Flexibility across the week will be needed to meet the needs of the client and to fit in with the other support workers in the package. About the Client & Your ResponsibilitiesJoin our dedicated care team to support a gentleman in his 30s who lives in his own home with 24hour assistance. Our client who has learning disabilities and autism thrives on stability routine and inclusion. As part of the team youll play a key role in supporting his daily living needs while ensuring his safety and well-being. He enjoys being active in the community taking walks along the river and going on holidays. Sensory activities are a source of comfort for him and he likes to spend some time in a local sensory room. To safely support our client you should be calm patient alert and vigilant with a good level of fitness to help ensure his safety. If youre someone who values making a meaningful difference in someones life and can help create a positive structured environment wed love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that truly makes a difference helping our client live a fulfilling and enjoyable life. Training & SupportWe provide comprehensive paid training (to CQC standards) before your start date covering: Full induction Safeguarding Adults First Aid / Food Hygiene / Health & Safety Personal Care / Moving & Handling / Medication Administering Autism / PBS / Restraint TechniquesAll training must be completed prior to start date and is paid at minimum wage. Who Were Looking Forü Previous care experience is preferred but not essentialü Previous experience with behaviours that challenge and autism awareness is desirableü Good level of fitnessü A compassionate reliable and committed individualü Commitment to long-term person-centred care Join a Team That CaresAt HomeCareDirect we are committed to safe fair recruitment and ensuring all staff are vetted trained and supervised to the highest standards. A full enhanced DBS certificate will be obtained for this role. At HomeCareDirect we pride ourselves on delivering high standards of care and professionalism and we know that starts with our people. If youre looking to join a growing team where youll be valued supported and have a genuine impact wed love to hear from you. Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship. Required Skills:Excellent communication skills care experienceRequired Education:Driver Key Skills Nursing Home Experience,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Direct Support,Computer Operation,Caregiving,Case Management,Special Needs,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children,Word Processing,Addiction Counseling Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 13 - 13