Day Service Assistant
Staffordshire County Council, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Day Service Assistant
£14-£16
Staffordshire County Council, Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 13 May | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 46a67533c4444a47a3f63d3e4654a8df
Location ref: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Full Job Description
- Deliver excellent person-centred support in an innovative, flexible, responsive, and strengths-based manner
- Act as a Link Worker for the people we support by contributing to the on-going assessment, development, delivery, and review of person-centered support plans.
- Administer medication and support with personal care
- Deliver the manual handling requirements including use of equipment, physical intervention skills, and active participation in person-centred activities
- Plan and deliver community outings and activities, including sensory sessions.
We are looking for people who are passionate about providing outstanding care quality for adults with learning disabilities., Current driving license and access to a vehicle and/or proven ability to access all areas of your local community using public transport - Be enthusiastic about working with people with learning disabilities and autism
- Be caring, sensitive and patient while supporting people to be as independent as possible.
- ICT skills to complete digital record keeping
- Have effective communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to manage potential and actual aggression in a sensitive way and remain calm in challenging situations.
- Willing and physically able to support people with personal and intimate care needs and physically able to undertake manual handling tasks.
- A positive outlook on life and able to adapt and respond positively to change If you already hold an NVQ level 2 qualification or Care Certificate we would love to hear from you but don't worry if not, we are happy to support you in gaining the skills and knowledge needed for this qualification. Please note that this role will require an enhanced DBS check and a pre-employment health assessment as part of the onboarding process.
This is a diverse social care role where every day is different. For adults with learning disabilities, you'll open the door to lives of independence, fulfilment, and joy. And your impact won't stop there. This positive change will be felt across families and throughout the Staffordshire communities we're proud to serve. Staffordshire County Council are looking for motivated people who are passionate about providing outstanding care quality for adults with learning disabilities. We specialise in supporting adults with complex needs, profound and multiple learning disabilities, and behaviours that challenge. Our mission is to promote opportunities, independence and choice so individuals can thrive, and our vision is to be leaders in providing innovative and inspirational care and support. Our Specialist Opportunities provide meaningful activities, sessions and outings either in our centres or across the local community. The service has a strong ethos of promoting independence, outcomes, and wellbeing. You can learn about our services via our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/staffordshirelearningdisability or Staffordshire Connects | The Pipers at Brackenberry Specialist Opportunities - Day opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and autism. Although this role is based primarily at The Pipers Specialist Day Opportunities in Newcastle Under Lyme, there may be times when you are expected to work flexibly across Provider Services, including different care settings, delivery approaches, and locations, as required.
The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/day-service-assistant-126833649