As a Sonderwell Complex Care Assistant, you can make a real difference to people's lives by caring for their complex needs and enabling them to live the life they choose. You'll join a supportive team that will provide all the training and development you need to support your client, helping you get the most out of this rewarding and fulfilling role.
Main duties of the job
Everyone is different. That's the simple truth at the core of our approach to care. The care opportunities we offer vary, from taking clients to medical appointments or helping them get up in the morning, to spending a full twelve hours helping them through their day. Whatever you choose, you'll be there to look after that person's unique needs. It's crucial to build a connection with the people you're caring for. Additionally, you should be able to handle the physical aspects, such as Autonomic Dysreflexia, Bowel Care, Catheter, Cough Assist, Nebuliser, Medication, Moving & Handling, and Pressure area care.
About us
Sonderwell is a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You'll find a place where you can learn, develop, and grow into the role that best suits you. You'll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other.
Job responsibilities
Hourly Pay: £14.70
Location: Okehampton
Shift: Monday - Sunday 21:00pm - 07:00am Nights
As a Sonderwell Complex Care Assistant, you can make a real difference to people’s lives by caring for their complex needs and enabling them to live the life they choose. You’ll join a supportive team that will provide all the training and development you need.
Your role
As part of the role, you will be required to have experience in the following:
* Autonomic Dysreflexia
* Bowel Care
* Catheter
* Cough Assist
* Nebuliser
* Medication
* Moving & Handling
* Pressure area care
* Driver due to location
If you have the patience and flexibility to meet people on their level, we’ll support you in providing the personal care they deserve.
Supporting you
Being a Sonderwell carer isn’t just about caring; it’s about being good with people, too – gaining the trust of clients and their families. If you have a caring personality and some relevant experience, we’ll provide access to online and classroom training in specific complex care needs, as well as the chance to study for a relevant NVQ. Depending on the client, you may work on your own or as part of a team. If you wish and have the availability, you could provide support to more than one client. Before you start, you’ll have the chance to meet your client and their family. You’ll also have day-to-day support with a Care Co-ordinator or Nurse Manager always on hand to answer your questions.
What we can offer you
Each of our clients has individual needs, so whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time hours, night shifts or day shifts, we can offer an opportunity to suit you. We’re continuously developing our benefits package to help you get more out of your role with Sonderwell. If you recommend someone who joins us, you could receive a referral payment. Our employee assistance programme means you’ll have access to support focused on your well-being.
We are open to all
We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives excellence and work hard to create an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and, where possible, we’ll provide accommodations for those applicants with disabilities.
Ready to join our team?
If you’re excited about what a career in care can offer and believe you are a great fit for this role, we want to hear from you! Click the "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. If you require any adjustments to be considered throughout the interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary accommodations to ensure a fair and equitable hiring experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Relevant experience in complex care needs, with the ability to gain the trust of clients and their families. Training in specific complex care needs and the chance to study for a relevant NVQ will be provided.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and 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.
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