Senior Care & Support Worker

at  Southern Housing

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Hold relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) or actively studying towards this
• Basic First Aid certificate
• Proven knowledge of health & safety appropriate to the post
• Knowledge and awareness of local services
• Be able to listen and communicate effectively with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to work unsupervised
• Ability to act calmly and professionally in emergency situations

ABOUT US

At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own! We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people’s lives.
A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too.

THE ROLE

Southern Housing are looking for a Senior Care Worker to join our Scheme at Furze Brake, Newport, Isle of Wight.
As Senior Care Worker you will assist the Registered Manager onsite to deliver a high level of care for our elderly and frail residents, ensuring care is compliant with CQC regulations and that all Health & Safety protocol is adhered to.
This role is a full-time position, and will require a Valid UK Driving License and access to your own vehicle. This role will entail shift work including night shifts from 8pm-8am, and day shifts 7.45am-8pm.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• To support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to line manage staff including supervision, appraisals, absence monitoring, and providing them with appropriate support and training to ensure their continuing personal and professional development as well as compliance with regulations
• Maintain awareness of all legislative and contractual agreements for effective and quality service provision.
• Monitor and assist with the development of resident involvement, daily activities and social inclusion within the wider community.
• Assist the Registered Manager and deputy manager in the assessment of potential residents if required.
• Provide care to residents, as identified in their person-centred care plan as necessary. This will include intimate personal care.
• Responsible for ensuring the delivery of care that promotes independence, rights, choices and inclusion in their community