Description

Support people with learning disabilities to live full, happy lives.

Location: Roman Court, Burgess Hill. Salary: £15.07 per hour (comprises of £13.45 hourly rate & £1.62 holiday pay) Contract: Bank

What you’ll be doing:Do you want to make a meaningful difference? Southdown is a not-for-profit provider of accommodation, care and support for 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities in our 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes across Sussex.

As a support worker you’ll encourage a sense of fun by supporting clients to access their community, including walks along the beach, cinema, shopping, and café visits, as well as activities within the service. You’ll help clients to live well by supporting them with everyday tasks such as cleaning, cooking and personal care. We’re looking for compassionate individuals to help build clients’ confidence and independence through empowering care, and in return, we offer a rewarding job where no two days are the same.

We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Assistant or Residential Care Worker, however, this is not essential and full training will be provided.

‘The best thing about my job is the clients. Getting to know them, getting to know their characters and just enjoying life with them’ – Karen, Southdown Support Worker.

Service Description - Roman CourtThe service provides support for 5 people with learning disabilities.  Roman Court is a purpose-built block of flats which opened in 2004.  The supported living scheme comprises of the 6 self-contained flats on the top floor of the building.  One of the flats functions as the office, staff sleep-in room and communal space.  The property is in the centre of Burgess Hill with the railway station, bus stops and main shopping area within close walking distance.

Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each client’s choice, control and independence. Key Responsibilities What you need for the role:

A patient, empathetic mindset.

A willingness to complete relevant training in health and social care, moving and handling, Positive Behaviour Support and safeguarding, safety, risk management and health protocols.

Happy to support clients with intimate and personal care needs.

You live within reasonable commuting distance of the service location or be willing to relocate

Physically fit and able to push a wheelchair, take long walks and help service users with tasks like bathing.

An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown.

What would be nice:

Experience working with clients with varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities, including those with learning disabilities or mental health challenges.

Experience dealing with challenging situations (including managing clients who may exhibit aggressive behaviour or distress).

An understanding of medication types, dosage, administration methods, and record-keeping practices.

Previous care experience, either professionally or with family members.

An understanding of Makaton or non-verbal communication.

Training:We offer full training for this position so you don’t need direct experience. You’ll also gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex.

How to apply:Please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and fill out our simple one-page application form. The application closing date is 21 April and interviews will be held on 30 April.

Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible