Care Support Worker

Care Support Worker

Location: Gowlands, Rochford, SS4 1XS
Salary: £11.44 per hour + 25% weekend work enhancement
Contract: Full and Part time positions available
Shift Times: 7am to 2.30pm / 2.30pm to 10pm
Benefits: Free enhanced DBS check, full training including the Care Certificate and ongoing training, Blue light Card, Free on-site Parking and Access to our Employee Assistance programme!

We are Hamelin Trust, an Essex based charity founded 40 years ago by two families raising children with learning disabilities.

We are currently seeking full-time and part-time Support Workers to our dedicated team at Gowlands, our nine-bed short break service.

Gowlands offers a dynamic and inviting atmosphere for individuals we care for. Nestled in five sprawling acres, this site is not only home to our Hydrotherapy Pool and horticultural project, Roots and Shoots, but also serves as a tranquil retreat for all visitors.

As a Support Worker, you will be part of our dynamic staff team, providing exceptional person-centred care and support to our guests. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference and be a crucial part of our community.

The shift times are: Morning / Afternoon (7am - 2pm) and Afternoon / Evening (2pm - 10pm). This role does require flexibility to work two weekends per month and holidays.

Be a part of a caring community that prioritizes dignity and compassion in everything we do!

As a Care Support Worker, you will be responsible for:

• Support the individual in participating in social, recreational, and leisure activities that promote engagement and well-being.
• Assist with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, while ensuring the individual's dignity and privacy are respected.
• Administer medications and provide health monitoring to ensure the individual's physical health needs are met.
• Collaborate with the individual's family, healthcare providers, and other support professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided, progress towards goals, and any changes in the individual's needs or preferences.

Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of others today!

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on "APPLY" today!