Post Title: Personal Care Support Worker
Location: Acorns, Cornford Lane, Pembury, Kent, TN2 4QU
Hours of Work: 20 hours per week
Salary: £11.44 per hour
This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship
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What you can expect from us:
* Fantastic paid training and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)
* Paid DBS (we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)
* Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts
* 30 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
* Nest Pension and Death in Service Benefit
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Access to Mental Health First Aiders
* Access to the Blue Light Card (providing discounts on the high street and online) as well as 25% discounts in our own stores and Cafés.
* Refer a Friend scheme, so you can earn up to £250 for every person you refer to work for Aspens
* Recognition schemes, including ‘Employee of the Month’
We recognise that good support workers come from all walks of life. Whether you have years of care experience or no experience at all, if you are a caring person, passionate about empowering others and ready to learn new skills, we think you could be a great fit at Aspens!
Acorns is located on our main Cornford Lane site. It provides a wide range of activities for people on the autism spectrum, with a learning disability or complex needs, supporting them to lead interesting, active and rewarding lives.
We hold small group sessions with six people to one tutor. This ensures that everyone works at their own pace and receives all the support they need. We also provide one-to-one support. We actively encourage visitors to view our facilities and offer taster sessions for those who are interested in taking part in our activities. Acorns is fully accessible. These daytime activities help people gain new, practical and social skills and provide beneficial therapy. Some people enjoy the opportunity to learn new things or express themselves creatively, whilst others choose to pursue a particular interest by studying for their City & Guilds qualifications – practically based qualifications, designed for people with a learning disability and recognized by employers.
About the Candidate:
As a Personal Care Support Worker, you would be expected to help support individuals on a one-to-one basis including; taking individuals on days out, providing personal care, cleaning, attending appointments, assisting individuals to day services, going on service user holidays and anything else to help improve the lives of those we support.
Job Summary:
The Personal Care Support Worker provides essential personal care and support to individuals attending Acorns, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. This role includes assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and offering support during lunch breaks.
About the Role:
As part of the support team at Acorns Day Services, your main duties and responsibilities will include:
1. To be a member of a staff team providing support, advice and guidance to day service users.
Key Responsibilities:
Personal Care:
1. Assist clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
2. Support individuals with mobility and transfers as needed.
3. Ensure the safety and comfort of clients at all times.
Cleaning Duties:
1. Perform cleaning tasks to maintain a tidy and hygienic environment in common areas.
2. Assist with the organization of supplies and equipment as necessary.
3. Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to management.
Support During Lunch Breaks:
1. Provide support during lunch breaks to ensure continuous care.
2. Engage clients in meaningful activities during these periods to promote social interaction and enjoyment.
Qualifications:
1. Previous experience in personal care or a similar role is preferred.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
4. Compassionate and patient.
Apart from the duties summarised above, we retain the right to include other reasonable duties which are part of an incidental to this type of work.
About Aspens:
At Aspens, we have over 100 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages with a range of disabilities, those on the autism spectrum, and those with complex needs. Through the provision of highly personalised support across a variety of services, we aspire to enable people to learn new skills, live life to the full, and contribute to society however possible.
Here at Aspens, we strive to uphold our core values by aspiring to be honest leaders in the social care field, setting the highest possible standards for the care of the people we support.
Our dedication to caring for people applies to our valued workforce as well as to the people our organisation exists to support, and we work to treat all of our employees, external partners, and those we support with respect and kindness at all times.
We empower our staff by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and tools they need to do an excellent job, remain up to date with the latest developments and training in the sector, and to achieve their own professional goals.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Aspens Charities, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and those who are likely to be underrepresented in Aspens’ workforce, such as sex/gender, minority ethnic group, religion, belief, sexual orientation, age, as well as abilities. We believe that a diverse team leads to better outcomes and a more enjoyable work environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and has an equal opportunity to thrive.
As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is dedicated to supporting and promoting the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities. We recognise the value and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our organisation.
Accessibility and Accommodations
We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting recruitment@aspens.org.uk.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £11.44 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a UK driving Licence and access to a Vehicle?
* Do you require Sponsorship? This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship.
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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