Senior Support Worker

Job title:Senior Support Worker

Location: Oakhaven Care Home Valorum Care Leeds LS8 2PE

Rate Of Pay: £10.52 Per Hour

Shift Patterns: 40 hours per week, Permanent Contract

Information about the Role:

Working as a Senior Support Worker your duties will include the following:

· Providing physical support which may include helping with household tasks and personal care.

· Providing emotional support for an individual and at times their families.

· Maintain the hygiene, dignity, health and safety of service users at all times.

· Encouraging and supporting the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.

· Teaching life skills, such as shopping, using public transport and paying for bills.

· Working with other healthcare professionals to ensure that all care needs meet the highest possible standards.

· Assist in the design and administration of an evaluation of the care standards and care service provision.

· If applicable, assist in the administration of medication.

Information about the Service:

Oakhaven is a delightfully friendly residential care home for adults. We are located near Roundhay Park in the green and pleasant residential area of Oakwood, Leeds.

As a smaller than average residential home, our amazing and dedicated staff team can spend lots of time supporting the 24 adults living in our homely surroundings with their day to day living and ensure they live safely. We support people on either a permanent placement or for shorter, respite stays as well.

Necessary Experience or Qualifications:

· Someone who has a real passion for caring and helping people.

· 6-months experience of working as a Senior Support Worker.

· We can also consider experienced Support Workers, Healthcare Assistants, Deputy Care Managers for this position.

· NVQ/QCF Level 3

· Ability to work on shift/rota pattern.

· Have the right to the work in the UK

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Oakleaf Recruitment are the In-House Recruitment Team for a growing group of Services and Hospitals across the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £10.52 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

• NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)

Work Location: In person