Support Worker/carer

6 months ago

Middlesbrough, United Kingdom Welove9am for Swanton Care and Community Full time

_**We're looking for people who care about making ever moment matter for the people we support in our supported living services based in Middlesbrough.**_

**Job title**:Support Worker/Carer

**Hours**:Full time 40 hour per week, night and day shifts

**Salary**:£12.92 per hour (inclusive of service pay uplift for this particular home, otherwise rate of pay will be £11 per hour)

**Every Moment Matters**

Benefits: Full induction process, outstanding training opportunities, development and career progression, opportunities to gain recognized qualifications, free DBS screening, £400 refer a friend scheme, Cycle2work Scheme, Employee Assistance Helpline, discounts at many retailers, monthly overtime bonus and life insurance.

Every day is different, you never know what the day will bring That’s what makes it so exciting. We support people out in their homes and within a supported living setting. The Support Worker role is one of empowerment, you have the ability to make the people you support feel safe, confident, competent and more importantly able and independent.

By believing in someone you can help people reach their own potential as well as supporting with the everyday tasks such as finances, housekeeping, attending appointments, shopping, and participating in various activities of choice.

Swanton Care and Community is a value based organisation, committed to putting the people we support in control of their lives. We focus on enablement and maximising independence to work with people who use their support be co-producers of their own goals and outcomes.

Swanton is a forward thinking organisation; inspired by innovation, open and collaborative in its approach to focused outcomes and best practice. We look to promote social inclusion; opening doors to opportunities and experiences that enhance lives and create new and unique adventures.

With good feedback from varying inspections and positive relations with stakeholders, this is a great place to work and to be proud of. We support a variety of people be it physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health or autism, we believe we can help anyone and go above and beyond in the process.

**About the Role**

The role of the Support Worker is an opportunity for a pro-active person to join an evolving Care Company. We are looking for a dedicated and empathetic person. The support team will provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower the people we support to achieve their goals and aspirations.

This service in particular is brand new, it is an opportunity to be involved in something from the get go. The team will be inducted and trained in anticipation of the person we support moving in. The person will require support around their daily living skills, health needs and will have a diagnosis of learning disability and or autism.

We require a Support Team who is empathetic and non-judgmental, someone who has experience in behaviour that can be challenging.
- Demonstrate positive, proactive and organised people skills, that will support and develop the skills of the Support Workers. This will include recruitment, induction, supervisions, annual appraisals, training, coaching, rota management and sickness and absence management.
- Take the lead to help Support Workers understand their responsibilities and by doing so ensure that safe, effective, caring, responsive and well lead support and care is delivered at all times. You will complete evidence based supervisions and observation supervisions as well as supporting your team of support works to complete competency based appraisals.
- Support the Service Manager/Deputy Manager in managing transitions into and away from the service. You will be able to liaise professionally with all outside professional agencies, and ensure that all information is shared appropriately.
- Ensure that all the people we support have person centered support/care plans. You will be able to create and update these plans as per any changes that are required.
- Empower the people we support to be actively involved in their own goal setting.
- To oversee and support the development of excellent quality within the service. You will design, develop and maintain excellent service user records. Working in a supportive manner that empowers the service user to live their life in their chosen manner.
- To fully understand and ensure your team understand, the principles of 'safeguarding vulnerable adults'.
- You will advocate for and protect the best interests of the individuals within the boundaries of the Mental Capacity Act.
- Having a driving licence is desirable.

Whilst experience is not essential as full training will be provided we also welcome experience working as Home Carer, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Voluntary Worker.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £11.00-£12.92 per hour

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