Support Worker in Lancing inLancing PUBLISHED TUE 25 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
We are currently recruiting for support workers for a elderly residential home based in Lancing which supports residents 18+ with learning disabilities.
Your role will be to ensure the residents are able to live as independent a life as possible by assisting with their every day lives when needed.
You will need to be flexible with shifts.
Shift Patterns Are
If you would like to learn more about the opportunity, please contact Jason on 02, message or alternatively apply directly through this ad!
CES Locums are a specialist recruitment agency providing experienced, qualified staff within the health and social care industry. We work with both private and NHS services, throughout the United Kingdom. Our bespoke service is tailored to the needs of our clients and staff since our main goal is to build long term, repeat business and strong relationship with them. We are also flexible on how you would choose to work for us as we can always offer you sessions to fit around your commitment.
Your role will be to ensure the residents are able to live as independent a life as possible by assisting with their every day lives when needed.
You will need to be flexible with shifts.
Shift Patterns Are
- 07:00 - 15:00
- 08:00 - 15:00
- 15:00 - 22:00
- 16:00 - 21:00
- 21:45 - 07:45
- Experience working with learning disabilities
- DBS on update service (Desirable)
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Good at problem-solving and ability to make quick decisions
- Encourage New skill development
- Attending appointments
- Enabling independence by assisting with day-to-day tasks
- Measure and record patients vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
- Weekly Pay
- PAYE or Umbrella Payroll
- Lucrative refer a friend scheme*
- Holiday Pay
- The opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills within the care sector
- Ongoing training and development
If you would like to learn more about the opportunity, please contact Jason on 02, message or alternatively apply directly through this ad!
CES Locums are a specialist recruitment agency providing experienced, qualified staff within the health and social care industry. We work with both private and NHS services, throughout the United Kingdom. Our bespoke service is tailored to the needs of our clients and staff since our main goal is to build long term, repeat business and strong relationship with them. We are also flexible on how you would choose to work for us as we can always offer you sessions to fit around your commitment.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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