Care Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time

*Sponsorship is not available for this role*

Flexible shifts available, with both full-time and part-time guaranteed hours, or occasional hours for those seeking flexibility.

Are you a seasoned caregiver or interested in embarking on a career in the care sector?

If so, we invite you to consider joining our team and contributing to our mission of positively impacting the lives of individuals with disabilities.

We are on the lookout for a lively and engaging individual to become part of our team. Our organization provides a diverse range of support services to individuals with additional needs, encompassing both residential care and activity-based day services.

Experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or in a similar role is preferred but not mandatory. We provide a comprehensive training and induction program for all new team members.

As a Support Worker with Leonard Cheshire, you will be an integral part of a dedicated team. Each day presents unique challenges and responsibilities, including:

  • Assisting with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, medication management, and meal support.
  • Accompanying and aiding individuals within the service, as well as at external events and appointments.
  • Promoting a Person-Centered approach, fostering independence for our clients, and helping them achieve their personal goals.
  • Keeping accurate and up-to-date records.

To excel in this position, you should possess:

  • Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities.
  • A flexible and creative approach to working with clients and their families.
  • Experience in personal care is advantageous but not essential.
  • The ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to work within scheduled hours and participate in an on-call rota if necessary.

We offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

  • Wagestream, allowing you to access up to 40% of your earnings before payday (click here for more details).
  • Complimentary Blue Light Card.
  • A contributory pension scheme with competitive life insurance benefits.
  • Access to a Cash Health Plan at favorable rates.
  • Excellent development opportunities through apprenticeship programs and the chance to earn recognized qualifications.
  • Unlimited rewards through our Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
  • Free DBS check.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and much more.

Leonard Cheshire encourages applications from all community sectors. We actively promote applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments where possible.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. A satisfactory disclosure check is required for this position. References will be obtained for all roles.

Shortlisting for this role may occur as applications are received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates are identified.

* No agencies please *

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