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Support Worker

Cloud Recruit Limited

Cheltenham

Permanent

£11.03 - £13.78/hour

GL503PQ

Posted: 30/11/2023

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Cloud Recruit has partnered with an industry-leading social care provider. Join a dedicated team of Care and Support Facilitators based in the Cheltenham area. This organisation is committed to assisting young people, with complex disabilities maximise on their college experience, whilst fostering a sense of independence.
What's on offer:
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£11.03 p/hr weekdays £13.78 p/hr weekends
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Full time.
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Location; Ullenwood
The students encompass a wide range of both learning and physical disabilities. As a care and support worker, you will play a vital role within this interdisciplinary team, providing personalised care to facilitate students' access to education and the pursuit of their aspirations.
Key responsibilities include:
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Providing comprehensive personal care; washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, and assistance with feeding.
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Assisting in the classroom and other learning environments, collaborating closely with educational professionals and tutors.
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Planning, and supporting high-quality leisure activities; community outings, visits to cinemas, pubs, and restaurants, or facilitating students' pursuit of their favourite hobbies or sports.
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Document student progress towards their goals.
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Collaborate with family members to facilitate open communication between students, parents, friends, and relatives, whilst providing updates on activities and progress.
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Administering medication to residents in adherence to policies and procedures, following appropriate training.
A significant number of the students reside on campus during term-time. As a Care and Support worker, you will be assigned to a specific residence, allowing you to build strong relationships with a small group of students and assist them with their daily routines. Witnessing the progress students make towards independence is an incredibly rewarding experience.
Staff Benefits:
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Upon successful completion of your probation, all new staff members receive a welcome bonus of £250 (pro rata).
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Access to a wide range of training opportunities, including the Level 2 qualification in Adult Care for those new to care and support work.
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Option to obtain a TOTUM (NUS Extra) card, which provides discounts at various retailers, including the Co-op, ASOS, Urban Outfitters, Boots, Waterstones, and more.
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Free staff mini-bus service from Cheltenham and Gloucester to Ullenwood, available Monday to Friday.
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Contributory pension scheme.
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Cashback scheme to assist with dental, optical, physiotherapy, and other healthcare treatments.
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Cycle to Work scheme.
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Complimentary access to an onsite fitness suite, swimming pool, and a range of staff social and sports clubs.
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Life insurance coverage.
Whilst we value candidates with a background in caregiving, we also encourage individuals without experience to apply. A comprehensive induction and training programme will be given to successful applicants, along with support in obtaining qualifications in health and social care.
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