Support Worker

JOB OVERVIEW

• To provide care in accordance with the best practice reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Line Manager.
• To support and enable Client/Service Users to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to each individual.
• To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time to time to maintain and progress knowledge.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF THE JOB

Role Specific Duties:

• Ensure Client/Service User are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing.
• To contribute to the effective running of the service.
• Support Client/Service Users to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community.
• Ensure care Plans and other information about how to support Client/Services users are followed.
• Be responsible for informing the Line Manager/Placement team of any changes in the needs of the Client/Service Users.
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support.

Working with others:

• Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Special People Partnership Ltd.
• Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for Client/Service Users.
• If desired by the Client/Service user, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life.

Leading by example:

• Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Be a role model for the other carers and be an ambassador for the service.
• Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times.

Personal Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards.
• Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements.
• Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with their role.
• Attend statuary training and any other training as directed by management.
• Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.
• Be open to learning opportunities.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• MUST have experience in caring for children with additional needs/SEND.

Location of work: Special people Partnership Ltd., but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice.

Working hours: Flexible working hours as agreed with the Line Manager/Placement Team.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND COMPLETE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING FORMS AND SEND WITH YOUR CV TO – George.Belle@hackney.gov.uk:

• Special People Application Form
• SP Application New Skills List
• SP Application Combined Sheet