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'll 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. You will also need to handle the physical aspects of care. As part of the role, you will be required to have experience in:
1. Learning disabilities
2. Autism
3. Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
4. Seizure management
5. Oxygen therapy
About us
At Sonderwell, we're a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. 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, joining a close-knit, supportive team.
Job responsibilities
Hourly Pay: £14.70 days, £15.10 evenings & weekends after 20.00
Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Shift: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 17.00 - 20.30; Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday 10.00 - 20.30
As a Sonderwell Complex Care Assistant, you can make a real difference to people’s lives by caring for their complex needs. You’ll join a supportive team that provides all the training and development you need to support your client. 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. If you have a caring personality and relevant experience, we’ll provide access to online and classroom training in specific complex care needs, along with opportunities to study for a relevant NVQ. Before you start, you’ll have the chance to meet your client and their family, with day-to-day support from a Care Co-ordinator or Nurse Manager. You’ll also be able to access our ‘Carer App’ which is a fantastic source of insight and information.
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 also 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 welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and will provide accommodations for those applicants with disabilities.
Ready to join our team?
Apply now! 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 throughout the interview process, please let us know.
Person Specification
Qualifications
If you have the patience and flexibility to meet people on their level, we'll support you in providing the personal care they deserve.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) will be necessary to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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