We are an exciting, dynamic & friendly organisation championing Active Support. We are looking for like minded people who are enthusiastic, compassionate & motivated to offer a high standard of care and support to adults with learning disabilities.
We provide unique, individual & bespoke houses out in the community for individuals with learning disabilities & physical disabilities all in & around Chester, Neston & Ellesmere Port.
What the role involves:
- Helping the people we support to realise & achieve their goals, aspirations, hopes & dreams.
- Promoting independence & empowerment through application of the Active Support Model.
- Encouraging participation in meaningful activities - Every moment has potential.
- Supporting with all aspects of personal care & daily living.
- Supporting with all aspects of Infection Control.
- Supporting with Person Centred Planning, Risk Assessment & Behaviour Management.
- Supporting with all aspects of Health & Well-being.
We follow the Active Support model to ensure individuals are engaged and have access to activities that are meaningful to them including all aspects of daily living.
The role is about caring for & supporting adults in their own homes to be as independent as possible whilst ensuring safety & well-being. We ensure that all of the people we support receive a high standard of care whilst accessing a high quality of life.
Whilst previous experience in care & care related qualifications are desired, we recognise that each individual person is unique & have different learning potential and capabilities - We encourage people to apply who may not have experience but are passionate, keen & show a willingness to learn - We offer full training & comprehensive shadowing.
What you can expect from us:
- £13.45 per hour increasing with role development & annually reviewed - We pay Local Living Wage for Cheshire West & Chester.
- Comprehensive Training Programme
- Employee Recognition Scheme
- 6 Weeks Annual Leave per year.
- Support with Diploma's & NVQ's
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Blue Light Card
- £250 Refer a Friend Scheme
- WorkFit Scheme
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Opportunities for role progression, career development & promotion.
- Varied shift patterns available to suit.
- A Contract for a specific amount of hours - Part Time, Full Time or Bank Contracts - All Available.
- A rewarding & satisfying role within an exciting and diverse organisation
If you feel you are ready for a new challenge and want to be part of our team then get in touch!
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support and expect all our staff to share this commitment. We have systems in place to ensure that the welfare of the people we support is dealt with appropriately and sensitively.
Everyone working with us has a duty of care to safeguard the welfare of the people we support by creating an environment that protects them from harm. Our standards of practice ensure all staff are fully aware and understand their responsibilities under safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
All staff are trained to recognise signs of abuse or maltreatment and will refer concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead for Special Needs Care, in line with our safeguarding procedures.
All successful candidates will be subject to the most stringent of recruitment practices, which include an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.45-£13.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Are you currently based in the Chester or Cheshire area?
Work Location: In person
