Hours: 24/36 Salary: £21,621.60 to £21,996 Annum (Based on a 36-hour contract. A higher range is offered to applicants with qualifications in health and social care) The role consists of shift work and weekends on a rota basis. Do you need more flexibility ? We know how hard it can be to find a job to suit personal commitments and that’s why Choice Care is offering a number of flexible positions to fit around your needs. We have a range of working patterns to suit you, get in touch to see if we can help. Overview of the role Whether you are new to the industry or have come from a social care background, we welcome your application. We will train and mentor you to become a highly skilled professional. We offer all our in-house training free of charge and set a career path for you from day one. Not only will you make a huge difference to people’s lives, but you’ll be able to enjoy days out, trips away and join in with many more activities, all of which ensures the people we work with are safe, happy and lead fulfilling lives. Key duties Providing personal care – including bathing, toileting, dressing and help with feeding Medication administration Assisting and getting involved in residents' daily activities, hobbies or outings Following care plan guidance alongside Company policies and procedures Developing an open, honest, and considerate working relationship with residents Maintaining written daily records Attending and completing training, as required Personal Attributes Being patient, reliable, flexible, a team player and a good communicator are key characteristics of a successful Social Care Worker. What are the benefits? Learning Academy - Adult Care Worker Level 2 and Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualifications for all staff Holiday entitlement - starting from 28 days inclusive of Bank Holidays Sick pay entitlement Employee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staff Refer a Friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care Choiceversary - staff receive vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice Care Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff members Life insurance Annual staff awards - this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in total Complex in-house training - including our Advanced Management Development Programme and Foundation Management Development Programme A paid day off on your birthday Free monthly prize draw - all frontline care colleagues are automatically entered into a monthly prize draw. Three winners receive £500 each, tax-free Blue Light Card eligibility Reclaim prescription costs for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and access free feminine hygiene products whilst on shift Wagestream – a financial health app that enables you to track your earnings and receive optional pay advances Minimum service periods and apprenticeship funding eligibility applicable to some benefits Who are we? Choice Care is one of the UK’s leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 30 years’ experience, we’re at the forefront of national best practice, with among the highest CQC ratings of any comparable organisation. We are also proud to be one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the second year in a row Our homes are more than just a place to live; they’re like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close-knit community, built on trust and the promise of unconditional care. Our colleagues build close bonds with those they care for, creating enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem. In every Choice Care home, there’s a strong emphasis on living life to the full, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. Regular social events, projects, outings, and holiday breaks allow everyone to express themselves. Where will you work? Boxgrove House is a large, detached home supporting up to 11 residents with moderate to severe learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments, and associated complex needs. Set in Tilehurst, on the outskirts of Reading, the home overlooks Pangbourne Downs and is within easy walking distance of local shops and pubs. The home has two vehicles for local travel, and regular leisure, recreational, and educational trips and activities in the community.