Bank Social Care Worker

Hours:Ad-hoc as requiredHourly Rate: £12.40 per hourDo you need more flexibility? We know how hard it can be to find a job to suit personal commitments and that’s why Choice Care is offering a number of flexible positions to fit around your needs. A Bank Social Care Worker role could be just the job for you.Overview of the roleWhether you are new to the industry or have come from a social care background, we welcome your application. As you'll be provided with in-house training when you start work with Choice Care. Working alongside our permanent staff team, not only will you make a huge difference to people’s lives, but you’ll be able to enjoy days out, trips away and join in with many more activities, all of which ensure the people we work with are safe, happy and lead fulfilling lives.Key dutiesProviding personal care – including bathing, toileting, dressing and help with feedingMedication administrationAssisting and getting involved in residents' daily activities, hobbies or outingsFollowing care plan guidance alongside Company policies and proceduresDeveloping an open, honest, and considerate working relationship with residentsMaintaining written daily recordsAttending and completing training, as requiredPersonal AttributesBeing patient, reliable, flexible, a team player and a good communicator are key characteristics of a successful Bank Social Care Worker.What are the benefits?Refer a Friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice CareChristmas bonus - vouchers for all staff membersFree monthly prize draw - all frontline care colleagues are automatically entered into a monthly prize draw. Three winners, selected randomly, receive £500 each, tax-freeBlue Light Card eligibilityWagestream – a financial health app that enables you to track your earnings, save a small amount automatically each month, receive optional pay advances, purchase vouchers for discounts with retailers, and get access to financial support and educationWho are we?Choice Care is one of the UK’s leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 30 years’ experience, we’re at the forefront of national best practice, with among the highest CQC ratings of any comparable organisation.Our homes are more than just a place to live, they’re like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close knit community, with its own unique personality, and all the ups and downs of typical family life, built on trust and the promise of unconditional care. Our colleagues build close bonds with the people they care for, helping to create enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem.In every Choice Care home there’s a strong emphasis on living life to the full and having fun, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. Alongside this there are regular social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks which everyone can get involved in and express themselves through.Where willl you work?Ocknell Park is a large rural property, providing care and support for up to 12 men of various ages with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and associated complex needs. The home is in the heart of the New Forest, in five acres of tranquil, landscaped gardens and woodlands, just a short drive from Southampton city centre. Ocknell Park has 11 bedrooms in the main home, plus a one-bedroom, self-contained annexe designed for an individual who benefits from a more private environment, while still enjoying access to facilities and activities in the main house. The large gardens, with its own vegetable patch, are ideal for walking and relaxation. There are also a variety of outbuildings offering on-site day services and activities. The home has its own transport for trips to local recreational, leisure and educational facilities in the community. Residents enjoy visits to the beach, local zoos and walks in the New Forest.SL000 #J-18808-Ljbffr