Job summary This is a temporary Bank Support Worker role at Walcott House, part of Elysium Healthcare's Learning Disability and Autism division. The role involves providing care and support to individuals with learning disabilities and autism, using your knowledge and skills to help them on their recovery pathway. The job also requires a UK Driver's Licence to act as a driver. Main duties of the job As a Bank Support Worker, you will join an inclusive and supportive team that works together to provide care to people with Learning Disabilities and Autism. Your day-to-day duties will include ward rounds, analyzing behaviors and adapting care accordingly, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene. It can be a challenging environment, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience, and vigilance are important. However, it is highly rewarding to see people improve and know that you have made a difference in their lives. About us Elysium Healthcare is an established, stable, and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there are opportunities for growth and development. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.50 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1183603778 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Bognor Regis PO21 2EU Job description Job responsibilities Be part of making lives better as a Bank Support Worker at Walcott House in West Sussex and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. Use your knowledge, experience, and caring nature to make a positive difference to the lives of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism. You’ll be looked after, with a fulfilling career where you’re valued, recognised, and supported, with colleagues there for you and a culture built on kindness and teamwork. There’s also a range of training and development options available to help you achieve your career aspirations, allowing you to grow and succeed as a Support Worker and beyond. Over 2,000 staff had a promotion last year, that’s 25% of the workforce, so the opportunities really are there. What you will be doing You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with Learning Disabilities and Autism, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life. Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene. It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. But it is hugely rewarding to see people improve because of your involvement, knowing that you’ve made someone’s life better. As a Support Worker on our bank you’ll be on a zero hour contract, giving you the freedom to choose which shifts you want to work each week. We are actively recruiting candidates who hold a UK Driver's Licence. Where you will be working Location: 12 Annandale Avenue, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 2EU Walcott House is part of our Learning Disability and Autism division and provides a specialist residential service for men and women with a range of learning disabilities, including autism and sensory communication impairments. The house provides spacious accommodation and communal areas. There are nine full en-suite bedrooms, two lounges, a sensory room and a fully enclosed gardens. It is situated in Bognor Regis in West Sussex. What you will get Hourly rate of £13.50 (inc. 12.07% Holiday Uplift) Two-week paid induction Free meals and parking Weekly pay Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional) About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Job description Job responsibilities Be part of making lives better as a Bank Support Worker at Walcott House in West Sussex and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. Use your knowledge, experience, and caring nature to make a positive difference to the lives of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism. You’ll be looked after, with a fulfilling career where you’re valued, recognised, and supported, with colleagues there for you and a culture built on kindness and teamwork. There’s also a range of training and development options available to help you achieve your career aspirations, allowing you to grow and succeed as a Support Worker and beyond. Over 2,000 staff had a promotion last year, that’s 25% of the workforce, so the opportunities really are there. What you will be doing You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with Learning Disabilities and Autism, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life. Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene. It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. But it is hugely rewarding to see people improve because of your involvement, knowing that you’ve made someone’s life better. As a Support Worker on our bank you’ll be on a zero hour contract, giving you the freedom to choose which shifts you want to work each week. We are actively recruiting candidates who hold a UK Driver's Licence. Where you will be working Location: 12 Annandale Avenue, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 2EU Walcott House is part of our Learning Disability and Autism division and provides a specialist residential service for men and women with a range of learning disabilities, including autism and sensory communication impairments. The house provides spacious accommodation and communal areas. There are nine full en-suite bedrooms, two lounges, a sensory room and a fully enclosed gardens. It is situated in Bognor Regis in West Sussex. What you will get Hourly rate of £13.50 (inc. 12.07% Holiday Uplift) Two-week paid induction Free meals and parking Weekly pay Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional) About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but relevant experience in a similar role and a caring nature are essential. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but relevant experience in a similar role and a caring nature are essential. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Bognor Regis PO21 2EU Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)