Support Worker REF:SOLOJTH

OverviewPosition Title: Support WorkerLocation: Worcester, West MidlandsHourly Rate: £12.44 per hourHours Per Week: BANK – Contracted hours may be available for suitable candidate following successful probation.Vacancy Type: PermanentJob Reference: SOLOJTHAbout the RoleI am a young man, living at home. I have severe learning disabilities and can display behaviours of distress (self). I have limited communication and require my team to understand my communication techniques to support me to make my own choices. I have complex needs and require 24/7 support from my individual team. I am dependent on others to complete daily activities, including hydrotherapy, Snoezelen, music therapy, activities within my home and attending the community in my car. I require full support with nutritional needs, personal care and medication.Provide 24/7 support and understanding of communication techniques to enable the person to make their own choices.Support daily activities at home and in the community, including hydrotherapy, Snoezelen, music therapy, and related therapies.Assist with nutritional needs, personal care and medication safely and respectfully.Support with transportation in the person’s car as required.Respond to behaviours of distress with appropriate strategies and compassion.Could you be the person to support?The ideal candidate will be naturally caring and interested in supporting people with learning disabilities, will be committed, reliable, flexible, have a positive and caring nature with a cheerful, and calm personality and excellent communication skills.Prior experience in learning disability care and related interventions of care and support is not essential as training will be provided. Ability to respond effectively during behaviours of distress, strong observational skills to pick up on non-verbal cues and body language, adaptability and willingness to provide support in all aspects of daily living will be required. It is essential that you have a driving licence and can drive my car.About YouNaturally caring and able to provide sensitive understanding and gentle guidance.Flexible and adaptable.Patient and conscientious with attention to detail and high standards.Calm and collected, able to respond to situations effectively.Initiative with the ability to offer new ideas.Trustworthy, responsible and reliable.Flexible and helpful.Tactful and considerate.Training & BenefitsTraining: An excellent training package is available to ensure you are trained to the highest standards. Paid person-centered practical training based on client’s requirements and needs. Online training will also be provided as part of the mandatory CQC guidelines. In addition, we offer continuous professional development. Working as part of the Solo Support Services organisation will also mean that you are part of a supportive company who promote person centred practice.5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions).Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service, subject to the scheme rules.Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period.Free training and development for all roles.Access to wellbeing and support tools.‘Star of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’.Safeguarding & DiversitySAFER RECRUITMENT All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote accessibility and inclusivity for all. Solo Support Services is committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and suitability for the role irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. 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