Part Time Support Worker

Join Our Team at Corserv Care as a Part Time Support Worker (Learning disabilities and autism). Day Shifts/Night shifts available.
Salary: £12.63 per hour, guaranteed paid hours, plus benefits.
Night-time (shift commencing after 6pm) £1.29 per hour enhancement between 10pm and 7am.
Sleep In £65.00 additional payment per calendar day.
Working Hours: 20 hours to 30 hours per week (flexible), working across days, nights and weekends according to the rota. To be discussed at interview.
Contract Type: Permanent
Base: The Bungalow Short Breaks Service, 38 Polweath Road, Treneere, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 3PN

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Or use the website: www.corservltd.co.uk

Qualifications & experience essential criteria:  Ability to work flexibly supporting numerous people within the setting (Respite is transient and you would be supporting different people every day). The following qualifications and experience are desirable: Experience in a respite care setting. NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification or working towards. Care Certificate Understanding of safeguarding principles and health and safety regulations. Basic First Aid and Medication Administration training. Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) or similar approaches. Training in Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC).

What you’ll be doing:
Personal Care: Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility support, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
Emotional Support: Offer emotional and psychological support, helping service users manage anxiety, stress, and other emotional challenges. Provide a calm and reassuring presence.
Health Monitoring: Monitor and document the health and well-being of service users, including administering medication, reporting any concerns to senior staff or healthcare professionals, and following care plans.
Activity Planning: Develop and participate in tailored activities that promote social, physical, and cognitive engagement, adapting to the individual needs and preferences of each service user.
Advocacy and Empowerment: Advocate for the rights and needs of service users, promoting their independence and encouraging them to make informed choices about their care and activities.

Safety and Risk Management: Ensure a safe environment by adhering to all health and safety guidelines, conducting regular risk assessments, and implementing safeguarding procedures.
Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with service users, their families, and other members of the care team, ensuring that all interactions are respectful and inclusive.
Record Keeping: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of care provided, incidents, and any changes in the service user’s condition, in compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to deliver holistic care that meets the complex needs of service users.

Trusted – Positive – Innovative – Collaborative – Join us

It’s a great time to work with us at the Corserv Group. We are proud to be contributing to a brighter future for Cornwall with exciting plans to generate growth and opportunity across the County and beyond. We work in collaboration with Cornwall Council to provide local residents with the best possible services and care. Whichever business area you join, you’ll be part of a supportive and creative team of professionals. You’ll have a friendly and collaborative workplace and investment in your professional development.

With a diversity of roles across our group of businesses, we’re a great destination for developing your career whilst living in the beautiful county of Cornwall. We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome all applicants from all background and experience.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Corserv Care is part of the Corserv Group (a Cornwall Council Company). Corserv Care brings together existing services, TEC Services, STEPS Reablement service, Care and Support, Day Opportunities, Respite Services and Employment Services under one brand, to improve the quality, capacity and resilience of the care market in Cornwall.