Support Worker

Company Information

We are seeking several Support Workers to join a Residential Home for young Adults with Learning Disabilities in Caterham, Surrey. Some of the residents also have associated Mental Health needs such as Autism, Epilepsy or Bi-Polar and the role requires you be able to deal with occasional Challenging Behaviour effectively.

You will be joining a team of around 20 Support Workers providing high quality 24/7 support to a small environment of around 10 residents; your tasks will include supporting the residents in their daily life and include the provision of full Personal Care.

Benefits

·         Full time, permanent position, guaranteed hours.

·         Full training provided, no experience required

·         Friendly team environment

Requirements

·         Able to deal with challenging behaviour

·         Excellent Verbal and Written skills

·         Must have a flexible attitude towards working hours

·         Able to pass DBS check

Shift rota

·         Early shift – 7:15am to 2:45pm

·         Late shift – 2:15pm to 9:45pm

·         Requirement to work weekends as part of a rota (2 per month)

Main Duties & Responsibilities

·         To support the individuals in all aspects of their life, including full personal care.

·         To respect the dignity and individuality of each resident and provide the residents with choices

·         To ensure the safety of the residents at all times, reporting promptly any concerns

·         To be aware of the emotional needs and aspirations of each resident and provide opportunities for appropriate emotional expression