"Making Individual Lives Greater"
The Oaks is a residential home for adults who have learning disabilities and complex needs, including behaviours that may challenge, autism and other associated issues.
We are not currently accepting applications from candidates requiring sponsorship or supplementary employment.
- 1x 36 hour contract available
Job description
- Running shifts according to standards and legislation
- Developing care plans outlining what care and support individuals need
- Inducting and mentoring new staff
- Conducting Supervisions
- Socialising with our residents and creating fun and engaging activities and home events
- Cooking and support in the kitchen during meal times including a free meal for you
- Assisting with fantastic days out with our residents
- Assisting with personal care with residents when required
- Complete relevant documentation for the residents you support
- Undertake cleaning duties in accordance with the home’s standards and expectations·
- Administer medication to service users
- Attending meetings and undertaking training as required
Key Skills Required:
- NVQ/QCF level 3 in Health and Social Care to be achieved,
- Demonstrable understanding of the legislative requirements around care of vulnerable people,
- MCA and DOLS understanding of the requirements
- Strong numeracy, literacy and computer skills,
- Broad knowledge of Learning Disabilities and other related conditions
- Participating in on call essential
We are looking for people who are:
- Caring and respectful enabling the people we support to have a high quality of life and make their own decisions
- Flexible and adaptable will to go the extra mile if it means making a positive difference to someones life
- Enthusiastic with excellent communication skills committed to developing positive working relationships
- Living within a 20 mile radius of Malvern. (Essential)
Shifts
- 8am – 8pm
- Working alternate weekends is essential
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate starting from £13.70 an hour
- Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives
- Employee referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 when you recommend someone who joins the team.
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives — a truly meaningful role.
- Access to Blue Light Card discounts, giving you savings on shopping, travel, entertainment and more.
- Confidential 24/7 Support Line — Access professional advice and emotional support whenever you need it
- ‘Good’ grading CQC bonus £125 per inspection. £250 for an ‘Outstanding’ rating.
- Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
- Your development matters to us. From your first day through every stage of your journey, we provide the training, guidance and opportunities you need to progress.
- Long-service rewards to celebrate your commitment
5 Years: £100
10 Years: £250
15 Years: £500
20 Years: £1000
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to the safety and well-being of the individuals who use our services and promote safer recruitment practices.
If you do not disclose something in your application that could prevent you working with children or vulnerable adults this could result in you being referred to the police and/or DBS as it is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children and/or vulnerable adults to apply for a role in a regulated activity.
If you have made a declaration in relation to a conviction that does not threaten the safety of the vulnerable people we support we will consider your application and explore further during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We are a disability confident employer
We are a mental health at work committed employer
Residential Care Worker / Support Worker / Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Home Care Support Worker/Senior Support Worker/Team Leader
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.70 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship?
Licence/Certification:
- UK Driving Licence (required)
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person
