Support Worker – Maidstone

Support Worker
Maidstone
£9.56 – £11.72 per hour
Permanent Contract
42 hours per week

Forge House Care are a supported living provider for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health disorders and challenging behaviour.

Established in 1997, we have a 6-bed residential home and a supported living service covering Maidstone, Medway, and Gravesend.

Due to company expansion, we are looking for full-time Support Workers to support our client who lives in Maidstone.

HOURS

This is a permanent role offering 42 hours per week on a 2 days on/2 days off rolling rota.

DUTIES

Helping our service users to effectively budget their money
Assisting service users with meal preparation, cooking, and adhering to their nutrition and dietary plan
Positively encouraging our service users to make their own choices and empower them to pursue hobbies and interests
Assisting our service users with their personal care routine (this could include washing, bathing, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene)
Escorting service users on day trips and engaging in physical activities e.g., swimming, cycling, walking etc.
Supporting service users physical and mental welfare
Accurate report writing and recording
Promote our company values within your working day

Essential Criteria

A full UK Driving Licence is preferred
An enhanced DBS check will be sought upon conditional offer of employment
It is essential that the successful applicant supports the service user in participation of activities e.g. swimming, long walks etc.

BENEFITS

Guaranteed hours
Permanent contract
Excellent rates of pay
Unique access to our Care Friends app
Holiday allowance
Full mandatory training and Care Certificate
Shadowing
Free DBS
Opportunities to complete NVQ/QCF
Opportunities to progress within the company

REQUIREMENTS

A full UK driving licence is preferred, but not essential
Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or behaviours that challenge would be advantageous, but not essential

WORKING WITH FHC

“My job is incredibly rewarding, especially knowing I make a huge difference to someone’s life.”

“The best thing is making a positive impact with my client and working alongside understanding and loveable team-mates who make the job easier.”

“I love working with the individuals we support. It fills me with great pride when I see what our staff have achieved. Everyone works so hard to ensure the service users are able to live a quality life and empower and encourage them every day.”

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