The Service Morven House is a Grand National Trust property situated in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire. The service has been designed for young people aged 18-25 who may have lived in residential schools or care services and who has desire to have a place of their own. Our emphasis is on enabling people to access opportunities and facilities in the wider community, from a cinema or bowling alley to a doctor’s surgery, restaurant, or bar. Our ultimate aim is to help young people develop the confidence and skills to live a fulfilling life as part of their wider local community. The Caretech Group is a Sponsored Employer but our sponsorship programme is currently full. Please only apply if you have an existing right-to-work in the UK that doesn’t require sponsorship and you are not currently under an existing sponsorship. Deputy Service Lead – Morven House, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Benefits: £13.94 per hour 37.5 hours per week – 2-3 days off rota (for administrative duties and shift leading), weekend work will be required at times. 18.5 hours admin and 19 hours on floor (Shift leading) 20 days holiday bank holidays Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards Dedicated learning & development programmes. We offer Apprenticeships to those with less experience looking to join the Care Sector We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics DBS check paid by Caretech prior to starting with us. Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral Stakeholder Pension Share Save Scheme Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Carer progression within the company. CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants. About The Role: We are providing individuals with practical and emotional care, enabling them to have fulfilled lives and gain further independence. The service users enjoy the beautiful garden and surroundings at Morven House Preferably experience of working in a similar environment but not essential as training is provided. Main duties and responsibilities: To be part of a rota which provides 24 hour support to young people, aged 18-25, with complex needs and autism Develop, carry out and amend clients Support Plans, risk assessments, and reviews all in accordance with the companies Policies and Procedures Develop and provide emotional and practical support to clients enabling them to achieve outcomes set in Support Plans Support clients to maximise their income, gain access to benefits, and be able to budget for every day expenses such as domestic bills and living needs Ensure and support clients develop and maintain links with local community facilities, such as educational, recreational and employment opportunities Support and promote a healthy lifestyle for clients through local health service facilities to be able to maximise their physical wellbeing. Support clients to develop, build and maintain relationships with their families, friends, colleagues, and professions Implement and ensure effective safeguarding practise in line with local authority and the company’s policies, procedures and guidelines. Ensure all clients’ records are maintained and updates in a timely manner and ensure they are compliant to the service specification, service user needs, commissioner requirements, and internal and external KPI’s. Develop, maintain, and manage risk assessments for the clients, staff and the community Constantly, and promptly liaise with colleagues, partner agencies and stakeholders regarding safeguarding, welfare and concerns in relation to clients Promote and support self-advocacy and advocate where appropriate for all clients Participate in all client reviews, team meetings and training Maintain safe practice at all times in line with the company health and safety policy Any additional duties required of you by your line manager Experience: Previous experience of supporting young adults with complex needs and autism within a supported living setting is essential Knowledge and understanding Up to date knowledge of welfare benefits for designated client groups Up to date knowledge of health and safety issues relating to the clients Up to date knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults and local policies, protocols, and good practise Understanding of housing support needs for clients Understanding of how to support people to support themselves Understanding of confidentiality and data protection Understanding of data collection and what benefits that has on the service Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion and how they relate to the client group Knowledge of different services provided by the statutory and voluntary sector Understanding of Makaton, PEC’s, and TEACCH The Organisation: CareTech Community Services Ltd is a provider of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for people to live in community settings with learning disabilities, severe physical disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour, mental health, forensic needs and acquired brain injury within a range of settings including, supported living services, shared housing, residential services and outreach. We encourage people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES