Are you an experienced support worker with the desire to take on a new challenge? If you are looking for a new opportunity to help and support those with learning disabilities and additional support needs, then this could be the job for you!
About the role:
This role focuses on promoting the independence, dignity, and overall well-being of service users with diverse additional needs. Key responsibilities include making a meaningful difference in their lives by supporting them with daily activities, personal care, and medication administration, while delivering general care and support. Candidates must demonstrate resilience, enthusiasm, and a sincere commitment to helping others, as experience in managing challenging behavior and supporting individuals with autism and other learning disabilities is required.
Flexible working options are offered across both full-time and part-time arrangements. Shift scheduling is versatile, encompassing day shifts, night shifts, and sleepover duties.
You would be great for this role if you:
- Have experience working with people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour
- You are compassionate and caring towards other with a desire to help people
- You must have strong communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team liaising with wider teams to ensure the best level of care is provided
- You must be medication trained
- Be able to work under pressure and stay calm in stressful situations
- Have a strong ability to work independently and use your own initiative
Qualifications:
- SVQ2 in Health and Social Care or HNC in Social Care (Desirable)
- Full UK Driving License and access to vehicle (Essential)
- Minimum of 1 year UK experience in a similar role
- Right to work in the UK (No sponsorship available)
What we provide:
- Competitive pay rates
- Access to free eLearning and training to develop your knowledge
- SSSC endorsement
- PVG updates
- Mobile app with additional shifts you can pick up as and when you choose to earn extra income
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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