To support a gentleman within the family home. The aim and objective is to provide the gentleman with the highest standards of care, support, quality of life, and health and wellbeing.
Employees should be enthusiastic about working as part of a team that has a strong focus on supporting the gentleman to achieve his goals and aspirations. Staff will be supported in their role through providing training for identified needs and through mentoring.
Applicants must be able to offer a positive, emotional, and person-centred approach that focuses on achievement and positive outcomes for the gentleman support Staff and all other partnerships.
Responsibilities
1. To complete all mandatory training courses.
2. Personal Care.
3. High standard of hygiene and adherence to infection control measures.
4. Stoma and catheter care.
5. Medication and other health related activities.
6. Manual Handling and transfers.
7. Meal preparation, supporting with eating and nutrition.
8. Handling personal possessions.
9. Handling, storage, and completion of relevant documentation in line with Policy & Procedure.
10. Actively promote and support “team working”.
11. Respecting that this is a family home, respecting privacy, treating family members and colleagues with respect and dignity, maintaining high levels of confidentiality.
12. Communication and emotional support.
13. Support in Education, Social Inclusion, Social Activities and Therapy.
14. To complete basic household tasks pertaining to the gentleman.
Once bespoke training is completed you will also be responsible for:
- administration of fluid and medication via PEG
- gastrostomy feeding techniques
- administration of controlled drug
- advanced positioning techniques
- decision making in the absence of RI
- completion of staff rotas
- act as a mentor to support staff and be a positive role model
- actively participate in a way that enhances the package of care delivered to the individual by contributing to reviews, policies, and protocols.
Pay: £15.20-£18.20 per hour
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Health Care: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
