Support Worker

3 days ago


Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom Red Sector Recruitment Full time

Red Sector Recruitment are currently seeking dedicated and experienced Support Workers to join our clients care home team in Kirkcaldy Fife. As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care and assistance to adults with physical and/or learning disabilities. This position involves both lone work and collaboration within a small team.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Individualised Care**: Provide person-centered support tailored to the unique needs of adults with physical and/or learning disabilities.

**Medication Administration**: Administer medication in accordance with prescribed guidelines and maintain accurate records.

**Epilepsy Support**: Offer assistance and support to individuals with epilepsy, ensuring a safe and secure environment.

**Behavioural Challenges**: Handle behaviors that challenge with empathy and effective communication, maintaining a calm and supportive approach.

**Mealtime Assistance**: Provide assistance during mealtimes, taking into consideration dietary requirements and individual preferences.

**Housing Support**: Assist with various housing-related tasks, including cooking, cleaning, and other domestic responsibilities.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Proven experience as a Support Worker, particularly in the field of adult care and disabilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team.
- Competence in administering medication and willingness to undergo enteral feeding training.
- Understanding and experience in supporting individuals with epilepsy and behaviors that challenge.
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to care.

**Working Conditions**:

- Full-time position with up to 40 hours per week.
- Rate of pay is £13.50 per hour, paid weekly.

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

**Salary**: £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme

Day range:

- Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

- Care home

Shift:

- Day shift
- Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kirkcaldy: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Home care: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)
- SSSC (required)

Work Location: In person



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