Care Assistant

Please note that this role is unfortunately not suitable for candidates on sponsorship looking for a 20 hour role due to the hours and additional sleep-in duties going above the legal maximum. The Woodlands is a Supported Living Service consisting of 10 individual flats. Individuals hold their own tenancy with Wyre Forest Community Housing. The service is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We provide care and support to people in their own homes to enable them to live as independently as possible both at home, out and about in the community. The unit has a Registered Manager, Team Leader and a Core staff team, who remain committed and motivated to making a difference. The level of support required by each individual is guided by them, their Personal Assessment and support plans. The support provided ranges from assistance with personal care, cooking, shopping, attending social events, building social networks/friendships and relationships, fitness/ healthy lifestyles, appointments, budgeting and support to manage their homes, just to name a few, whilst remaining person centred allowing flexibility and choice. The service supports adults 18+ with a Learning Disability, Mental health, Autism, physical disabilities, sensory needs and emotional / psychological needs. Experience with this would be desirable but not essential. HOURS: The service runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is between the hours of 7.00am to 22.00pm with a Sleep In member of staff between 22:00p.m and 07:00a.m. NOTE: The hours of work are on a Rota Basis, over a 2 Week set rolling rota which includes an overnight Sleep in and can be provided should the applicant wish to see it.

• You will need to be flexible and enthusiastic, have a sense of humour, with an ability to communicate both verbally and written.
• Good recording skills are essential. Computer skills advantageous.
• Previous experience of supporting people with care and support needs and an understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities is an advantage.
• We welcome applications from people who are able to use their own initiative but who are also excellent team players.
• You will have a can-do attitude with an ability to support and enable individuals to live as independently as possible and access a wide range of community activities.
• Have a willingness to learn and attend relevant training., While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.
  
  The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!
With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

You'll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Why work for us? | Worcestershire County Council so do take a look! Some of the other benefits we can offer include:
• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you're successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.