Hygiene Assistant
Location: Lewes
Salary: £12.54 per hour
Hours: Full and part time hours available
Our client is a leading charity offering exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities. Their state-of-the-art facilities and compassionate team create a space where individuals thrive, and you can be part of this transformative work.
The Role
Are you compassionate, dedicated, and ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people?
They’re seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join their team, supporting the health and personal care needs of pupils with complex neurodisabilities at the School.
In this role, you’ll provide personal care and welfare support that empowers young people to reach their potential while maintaining dignity and independence. You’ll also support pupils with their personalised care programmes, assisting them in daily tasks and promoting their confidence and self-esteem.
Key Responsibilities:
* Personal Care & Support: Address the personal hygiene, health, and mobility needs of each pupil, following their individual care programmes.
* Respect & Dignity: Maintain pupils' dignity by following intimate care protocols and respecting their individuality.
* Independence Encouragement: Help pupils work towards independence, nurturing their confidence and self-esteem.
* Health & Safety: Ensure hygiene unit equipment is safe and functional, check stock and PPE availability, and report any issues promptly.
* Curriculum Support: Assist pupils in achieving their “My next step” targets and provide feedback to teaching staff on their progress.
Skills and Qualifications
* Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, able to connect well with children, young people, and adults.
* Teamwork: A collaborative team player who can also work independently with initiative.
* Physical Ability: Comfortable with daily physical tasks, including manual handling.
Other useful experience:
* Experience providing personal care or working with young people in developing independent skills.
Benefits
* Discount facilities
* Enhanced Pension Scheme
* Healthcare Cashplan
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Health & Wellbeing Centre
* Death in Service benefit
* Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities
* Onsite Café
* Free parking.
Plus, they cover the cost for all DBS checks and renewals!
To Apply
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