Location: Woodthorpe Lodge, Woodthorpe, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3BW
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Hours: Full Time 42 hours

Woodthorpe Lodge has an opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team. Woodthorpe Lodge, Chesterfield, Derbyshire is a residential service supporting 8 adults with a range of needs. It is located in a suburban setting and is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes and Chesterfield railway station nearby. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
What you'll be doing

• Assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents.
• Ensure people who use the service have personal needs or requirements met, including personal care, participation in activities and support with daily living tasks.
• Complete daily administration including updating person centred support and care plans, updating charts and completing accurate daily notes.
• Maintain professional relationships with people who use the service, their family, colleagues, visitors and other stakeholders.
• Adhere to policies and procedures and contribute to the maintenance of safety, security and confidentiality standards.

What you'll bring to the role
Essential for the role

• NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or related area or equivalent or higher recognised qualification. GCSE or NVQ2 in English and Maths. It is not anticipated that all new recruits will have the NVQ2 qualification but will commence the attainment process within six months of joining.
• Communication and personal interaction is a key feature of this role, including supporting people who use challenging behaviour or alternative communication methods such as pictures and signing systems. Participation in and promotion of a team approach at all times.
• Contribute verbally and in writing to service user reviews and support planning.

The problems faced by many service users may present challenging situations, which may increase the physical, sensory and emotional demands of the role.
Desirable

• Experience of working in a related environment is desirable.

What we will give you in return

• Full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits including gym membership, IT technology and Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Access to development opportunities and sponsorship of professional qualifications.
• Leadership and management development, long service award and refer a friend bonuses.

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. Apply through our website.