Care Assistant and Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Penrith, Cumbria, United Kingdom Leonard Cheshire Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care and Support Professional to join our team at Leonard Cheshire. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals with varying abilities, enabling them to live independently in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Personal Care and Support: Assist with daily life tasks, including personal care, medication, and mealtimes, to promote the independence and well-being of our customers.
  • Escorting and Assisting: Escort and assist customers in and around the service, at external events, and appointments, ensuring their safety and comfort.
  • Person-Centred Approach: Support our Person-Centred approach, encouraging maximum independence for our customers and helping to achieve individual aspirations.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain up-to-date and accurate records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Requirements
  • Interpersonal Skills: Possess good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, families, and colleagues.
  • Flexibility and Creativity: Work flexibly and creatively with customers and their families, adapting to their needs and preferences.
  • Personal Care Experience: Ideally have personal care experience, although this is not essential.
  • Teamwork and Pressure Management: Be able to work under pressure and as part of a team, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
  • Flexibility and Availability: Be flexible to work within rostered hours and prepared to participate in an on-call rota where required.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits: Receive a competitive salary and access to a range of employee benefits, including a contributory company pension scheme and access to a Cash Health Plan.
  • Professional Development Opportunities: Enjoy great development opportunities through our apprenticeship schemes and chance to gain recognized qualifications.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing support and guidance for personal and professional challenges.
About Leonard Cheshire

Leonard Cheshire is a leading disability charity, providing high-quality care and support services to individuals with varying abilities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and a satisfactory disclosure check is required for this post.



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