Job Description
Byrnhill Grove, Ventnor, Isle of WightWe are looking for a naturally caring individual who's dedicated to helping others to join our amazing team of care and support workers at our extra care scheme in Ventnor.As Senior Care Worker you will assist the Registered Manager onsite to deliver a high level of care for our elderly and frail residents, ensuring care is compliant with CQC regulations and that all health & safety protocol is adhered to.The locationYou will be based at Byrnhill Grove on the Isle of Wight. You will require a valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. The role will entail shift working including night shifts from 8pm-8am and day shifts from 7.45am-8pm.
You will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.What youll be doingSupport the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to line manage staff including supervision, appraisals, absence monitoring, and providing them with appropriate support and training to ensure their continuing personal and professional development as well as compliance with regulationsMaintain awareness of all legislative and contractual agreements for effective and quality service provisionMonitor and assist with the development of resident involvement, daily activities and social inclusion within the wider communityAssist the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the assessment of potential residents if requiredProvide care to residents, as identified in their person-centred care plan as necessary. This will include intimate personal careResponsible for ensuring the delivery of care that promotes independence, rights, choices and inclusion in their community.What youll needA relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) or actively studying towards thisBasic First Aid certificateProven knowledge of health & safety appropriate to the postKnowledge and awareness of local servicesThe ability to listen and communicate effectivelyExcellent written and oral communication skillsThe ability to work unsupervisedBasic health and safety awarenessAbility to act calmly and professionally in emergency situationsBenefits in working with usAs a trusting and competitive provider of care and support services on the Island, we can provide you with paid travel time, generous mileage and holiday allowance, paid DBS and training as well as health benefits package. And if you're interested in career progression, then we are the employer for you!The ability to buy extra leave and discount cardsFlexible working hours covering weekdays, evening & weekendsEmployee referral schemeCash claim-back on medical treatmentsFull training provided at no additional costAdditional payment for sleep-in duties, where applicableDiscounted rates on a cycle scheme, personal medical plans, life assurance, give as you earn, critical illness and travel insurance.Closing date: 7 th May 2025 at 23.59pm.About usAt Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do.
As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own!We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to peoples lives.A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too.Inclusion and DiversityWe work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, its about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience and perspective of each individual.
Were all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.TPBN1_UKTJ