This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines
Would you like to be part of a small and highly specialised service which is committed to supporting me in my home and in the community?
Would you like to be involved and support me to be as independent as possible?
Would you like to be well trained and well supported, and know that you are making a positive difference every time you go to work?
The right candidate must hold the care certificate or NVQ level 2.
About Me
Rix House is a large Residential Care Home that provides 24hr person centred support to 10 individuals with physical and Learning Disabilities.
We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes various activities in the home and in the community, shopping, managing own budgets, going on holiday and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.
We currently have a long term plan to support individuals in their own homes (Supported Living) and we are working towards this goal. Due to this plan you will be asked to support in moving individuals to their own homes in the future.
Training and Development
We offer training to all those who want to develop their skills and competencies not just in the care sector but in other areas too. Please note accredited training will be offered after your probation period ends which is 6 months, and may include Diplomas and apprenticeships in health and social care.
Role Responsibility
What will I be doing?
Rix House is a large Residential Care Home in Keighley West Yorkshire, and we have high expectations for our staff. You will receive all the necessary training to support me and this will take place locally in either Keighley or Bradford
About the role
Supporting me with my personal hygiene needs.
Supporting me in my own home and in the community with activities I like and try new activities I might like
Supporting me throughout the day with eating and drinking.
Supporting me to take my daily medication.
You will also be required to work alongside specialists, family and other staff at Rix House who are part of multi-disciplinary team.
The Ideal Candidate
You should be
Experienced in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism.
Must hold the Care Certificate or a diploma in Health and Social Care.
Be resilient, patient and understanding.
Have good communication skills.
Have a good understanding of the medical condition of Epilepsy (full training will be provided for this).
Be consistent in your support approach.
Be able to use language effectively to enable me to widen my opportunities and understanding.
All my support is recorded on a handheld electronic device therefore you must be confident in the use of technology.
Be willing to support me out in the community on your own and push me in my wheelchair if this is needed.
You should have
The right attitude!
A good attendance record.
Ability to work well as part of my core team and with other professionals involved in my support.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
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Turning Point
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Salary description
£24773.00 - £24773.00 per year