Support Assistant

4 weeks ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Deafway Full time
Job Title: Support Worker

Deafway is seeking a Support Worker to join our team. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting independence and delivering high-quality person-centred support to our residents.

Job Purpose:
  • To promote independence and deliver high-quality person-centred support that will assist residents to lead an independent lifestyle as is compatible with their needs and aspirations.
  • To work with residents to provide support with personal care, physical, emotional, and social support and/or guidance in any aspect of their daily life.
  • To ensure a safe environment and deliver an effective support service that responds to the needs of residents.
Key Responsibilities:
  • To assist the Team Leader in the overall delivery of support services to residents and work under their direction and supervision.
  • To work effectively as part of a team and support all colleagues as required.
  • To work according to all relevant legislation and national standards.
Support Duties:
  • To work in a manner that will enable the development of positive relationships with residents and to enable the 'job purpose' to be met.
  • To directly aid with personal care in accordance with the residents' care plans.
  • To support daily living skill needs and support and encourage residents to carry out every day essential tasks such as laundry, cooking, etc.
  • To observe and report any potential problems and concerns relating to the welfare or wellbeing of residents, including safeguarding concerns.
  • To respond to any emergencies and support colleagues as required e.g. medical emergencies, challenging behaviours.
Health & Safety:
  • To assist in promoting and maintaining own and others' health, safety and security as defined in the Health & Safety Policy.
  • To provide and maintain a safe and secure environment for residents.
Equality and Diversity:
  • To support the equality, diversity and rights of all residents and colleagues.
  • To respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of residents and colleagues, behaving in a manner which is non-judgmental.

About Deafway: Deafway was established for the relief of people who are D/deaf. Our mission is to provide equal access and opportunity for people who are D/deaf.



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