To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Senior Carer/Care Coordinator
To support and enable Service Users to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to the Service User
To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge
Location:
The Service User’s home.
Working Hours and pay rate:
5 days over a 7-day period, wibth varying shift patterns as agreed with the Care Coordinator: Sarts from £10.42 - £11.61 per hour
Responsibilities and Duties of the Job
Role Specific Duties:
Ensure Service Users are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing
To support Service Users with all aspects of their day to day living, enabling them to enjoy the best possible quality of life
Most of the employee's work will be alone with the Service User in their home
Compassion, good communication skills and a calm and caring manner are essential for this important role
Ensure Care Plans and other information about how to support Service Users are followed
Be responsible for informing the Senior Carer/Nurse of any changes in the needs of Service Users
Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support
Working with Others:
Develop effective working relationships with other employees
Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people
If desired by the Service User, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life
Leading by Example:
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
Be a role model for other Support Workers and be an ambassador for the service
Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times
Leading by Example:
Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role
Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management
Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role
