Overview
Support Worker, Care Assistant Jobs in Southampton – England – UK at Acuity Care Group
Title: Support Worker, Care Assistant
Company: Acuity Care Group
Location: Southampton – England – UK
Category: Healthcare, Social Work
Description
Support Worker
Pay rate:£13.50(weekly pay)
Shift Pattern:8am-8pm, 8pm-8am
Requirements:
Previous experience working with individuals with Autism and mental health diagnoses.
Unfortunately, wecannotprovideVISA sponsorshipand we do not hire on a relocation basis, you must currently be based in/around the Totton area and able to commute.
We’ve got anexcitingopportunity for the right person to work with an individual living in Totton.
This role will be supporting a young person with Autism. The individual has a great sense of humour, they enjoy going for long walks and they have a keen interest in bowling and playing pool. We will provide staff on a 2:1 24/7 basis.
If you are resilient, reliable, empathetic and looking for a role that truly makes a difference to someone else’s life then we want to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
Support Workers cover all manners of support for others – from companionship and days out, to personal care and housekeeping.
Support with all facets of daily living.
Foster a supportive andinclusiveenvironment.
Ensure the individual’s safety and well-being at all times.
Communicate effectively with the individual and other team members.
Maintain confidentiality andrespectprivacy.
Adhere to care plans and guidelines provided.
Aid with light household chores which may include cooking, cleaning.
Assist with all aspects of daily living and have the ability to help someone build everyday life skills. (Cooking, cleaning, shopping and planning)
Joining in at the gym and being involved in workouts.
Helping to plan and organise leisure opportunities such as seeing favourite bands, walking, places of interest etc.
Watching plays with them and joining in active interests. (You will need to be willing to learn about these)
Helping with homework
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Ability to effectively communicate with individuals requiring care.
Strongattention to detailand adherence tosafety protocols.
Empathy, patience, andcompassionwhen interacting with individuals in need of support.
Flexibilityandadaptabilityto meet varying care needs.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Willingness to undergo additionaltraining and developmentas required.
Previous experience of supporting individuals with Autism.
Previous experience of supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses.
Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Full UK drivers licence
What you’ll get from us
Access to Westfield Rewards – an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies
Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appts and to an EAP (employee assistance programme).money back for optical and dentistry
Access to blue light discount scheme
Attractive holiday entitlement
Opportunity to obtain NVQ’s in Health and Social Care
Progression opportunities within the organisation
Ongoingtraining and development
Pension enrolment
A great Refer a Friend scheme –receive up to £500 through our rewards scheme when you refer a friend or family member.
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About Learning Disability and Autism
We are a leading healthcare provider in the UK, and a CQC Registered business, founded in 2006, with more than 800 employees who are part of the Bespoke Family. The business is at anexcitingstage in its journey…
