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Support Worker Great Yarmouth

Corus Consultancy
Posted a day ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk NR29, England

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Driving is essential for this role, which focuses on supporting residents' well-being and promoting their recovery and independent living skills.
  • The position involves assisting residents in maximizing their income, accessing benefits, and managing budgeting for domestic bills.
  • Candidates should have experience working with mental health client groups or vulnerable adults, particularly in recovery-focused and trauma-informed approaches.
  • An Enhanced DBS check, a valid full UK driving license, and access to a vehicle are required for this position, along with training in various health and safety areas.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and applicants should have prior experience in a similar supportive role.

Driving is Essential!

You will play a vital role in supporting the practical needs and well-being of residents while promoting their recovery and independent living skills. Your work will also involve assisting residents in maximising their income, accessing benefits, and budgeting for domestic bills and living expenses. Through your efforts, you'll directly contribute to helping customers thrive and lead more fulfilling lives.

This role will require and Enhanced DBS, valid full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

You are a people person who is caring, compassionate, and committed to making a difference. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with colleagues and partner agencies on safeguarding, welfare, and risk concerns. With a proactive approach and a genuine desire to support others, you will embody our values:

  • Be kind
  • Do the right thing
  • Love new ideas
  • Celebrate diversity
  • Keep our promises
  • Pull together

To be successful in this role, you'll need to:

  • Demonstrate experience and knowledge of best practices for supporting mental health client groups or vulnerable adults, including recovery-focused and trauma-informed approaches.
  • Understand how to assist vulnerable adults in managing their tenancy or accommodation.
  • Be skilled in promoting recovery and independence through effective recovery/support plans.
  • Show empathy and align with Peabody's values when working with a vulnerable client group.

Training Required

? Basic Life Support - including choking, CPR, DNA CPR and Anaphylaxis

? Moving and Handling (Not People)

? AND

? Moving and Handling of People

? Medication Administration and Competency Test

? CPI

? Buccal Training

? Brain Injury Awareness

? Catheter Training

? PEG Feeding

? Epilepsy Management

? MAKATON (Desirable)

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.