Support Worker

Valorum Care ,
Halifax, West Yorkshire
Salary: 8.72PH

Overview

Alexander House serves as an elderly care living scheme, catering for those aged 65. Providing respite on either a short term or long-term basis for those struggling with dementia and/or personal care needs. The home can accommodate 20 service users and being based very close to Halifax centre has all the local amenities that the carers and residents could need. We are currently recruiting for a passionate Support Worker to join our existing team here at Alexander House, to provide assistance with care, personal support, daily living tasks and activities. This is a fulfilling and rewarding role, and the opportunity to make a real difference to our customers lives. Responsibilities for this role include: Provide full personal care including bathing, washing, toileting etc. Ensure effective communication is held between colleagues, our customers and their families. Provide support with daily activities in the community such as shopping, medical appointments, or days out. Maintain maximum independence, considering their physical and emotional needs. To ensure that record-keeping is maintained and updated in an accurate, timely, and confidential manner. Person Specification: It will be evident to us that you have a clear passion for care and do genuinely care for the individuals within our services. What we offer you: Free enhanced Child and adult workforce DBS Competitive salary Paid training and shadowing Access to funding for NVQ qualifications Guaranteed hours contract available Shifts: 7.30am - 2.30pm 2.30pm - 9.30pm 9.30pm - 7.30am Shift times may vary depending on the residents needs All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), as well as satisfactory referencing. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89932566