At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.
About the Team
Carrswood Day Services is looking for caring, compassionate, positive and hard working people to join our team of support workers. We have a part-time position of 25 hours.
The service is based in Twerton, Bath where we provide a building-based day service for adults with learning disabilities. The service delivers activities focused around key areas including - communication, health & wellbeing, independent living skills, social skills and support with sensory needs.
The service provision is currently Monday to Friday between 8am 5pm.
About the Role
Working hours are Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm, as required. Each shift includes a 30minute unpaid break.
Support Workers play an important role in helping people make the most of their day. You will lead activities, support individuals with their prescribed therapies, and help ensure each person enjoys a positive and meaningful experience in the service. Because everyone we support has different needs, we look for people who are adaptable, encouraging, and able to bring a positive attitude to each day.
The role involves working with people who have learning disabilities, autism, sensory needs, and a range of health and mobility needs. Personal care is a key part of the job, including assisting people to use the toilet or change continence pads, as well as carrying out manual handling tasks. You will also need to be confident using IT, as you will be required to complete records and undertake mandatory training.
Candidates should have either some relevant experience in care and support or clearly transferable skills. We provide full training and ongoing support to help you carry out the role effectively. Once trained, you will often work independently, with guidance available from the Service Manager and wider team.
Although the role is mainly based at the day service, you may occasionally be asked to work in other areas or attend meetings and training at different locations.
You can expect:
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A comprehensive induction
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Training to provide you with the skills and knowledge to perform the role to a high standard and to follow safe working practices
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Regular supervision with either the Day Service Manager or a Support Co-Ordinator
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A supportive team environment and rewarding job
About You
To apply you will have:
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Enthusiasm and commitment
- A caring, compassionate personality
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The willingness to throw yourself into activities and enjoy them
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Good physical fitness to perform active, manual tasks and physical support tasks
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A good level of literacy, numeracy and understanding of the English language.
- Good communication skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Talullah Windmill-Last, Day Service Manager, [email protected] or call 01225 394590.
Interview date: TBC
Please no agencies.
- Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
Please note: that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible
