Relief Support Worker

We are looking for warm, flexible and compassionate Relief Support Workers to join our Supported Living service in the centre of Rugeley, Staffordshire. Our service provides varying levels of care to 14 individuals with a range of support needs which can include learning disabilities. Some of the individuals require personal care, help taking medication and with other day to day tasks. Others are more independent and enjoy going out into the community alone.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about enabling and encouraging our service users to enjoy a fulfilling and valued life, and to develop their abilities to the fullest. Shifts will often be worked in teams of 3 to 4 staff members ensuring quality person-centred support to all of our service users.

Relief Support Worker Duties:
- Flexible working hours to include daytimes, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins
- Assisting with day-to-day living duties such as budgeting, shopping and supporting with medication and any personal care that may be required
- You will collaborate with service users, families, carers, and involved professionals to provide a coordinated and consistent service that maximises outcomes for service users
- Be responsive to the needs of service users in line with Person Centred Plans and respond flexibly to changing needs
- Encourage and support service users in expressing needs, views and concerns, enabling them to make their own choices and decisions

A minimum of twelve months' care experience is essential. While a relevant professional qualification is desirable, it's crucial that you are warm and able to work in a person-centred manner.