Support Worker

Select Healthcare Group ,
Baschurch, Shropshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £8.25 per hour

Overview

Job Type: Support Worker Hours: 38 - 44 hours per week Shifts: Every other weekend, days, evenings, covering the occasional night shift if needed Salary: £8.25 per hour Location: The Old Vicarage Care Home, Church Road, Baschurch, Shrewsbury, Shropshire About Select Healthcare The Select Healthcare Group is a family run business that was founded in the 1980’s with just one residential care home. Over the past three decades we have rapidly expanded our family of care homes and now have facilities in some of the most beautiful, relaxing surroundings in England. We currently have 30 care homes covering Mental Health, Nursing, Learning Difficulties, Rehabilitation, Challenging behaviours and residential care. About The Old Vicarage Care Home The Old Vicarage is a residential home for adults with learning disabilities, autism, personaility disorder and mental health needs. About the role About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Support Worker to join a friendly and dedicated team to support adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, physical disabilities and complex needs. This includes individuals who require support with autism, dysphagia, sensory impairments as well as behaviours which are described as challenging. You will provide support and encouragement to residents in all areas and activities of daily living. You will need to enable residents to develop and maintain skills to maximise their independence, alongside supporting residents with their personal care needs. Skills and experience The ideal candidate: Previous experience as a care assistant/support worker is essential NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or working towards is desirable The Old Vicarage Care Home Address: Church Road, Shrewsbury, Location: Baschurch The Old Vicarage is a residential home for adults with learning disabilities, autism, personaility disorder and mental health needs. Benefits What we can offer you: Continuous training Realistic development Free onsite car park Company pension scheme All roles will be subject to a successful fully enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)