Care and Support Worker - Agency

An exciting NEW opportunity to join our Office Team!

Working in care and looking to develop your career?

First City nursing services have a vacancy as support planner within the SHAPE (Strength-based, holistic, approach/aspirations/assessment, promoting, enablement) team for someone who is truly passionate about providing high standards of outcome focused, person centred, strength based care in the community and at home.

As a SHAPE facilitator you will be responsible for the assessment and writing of strength based care plans, risk assessing, MAR detailing, Auditing and compliance.

Location: Swindon

Salary: £24,960 - Additional earning exist within the company

Hours: Monday to Friday 08.30-17.00

No on call responsibilities with this position

In this role you will be working closely with the client and their care team to create and tailor their own package of care. You will be required to think outside the box about alternatives to formal care services and understand how to utilise local services and facilities to deliver a truly person centred service that is compliant with standards set by CQC.

As a SHAPE facilitator you will be required to attend assessments and rebuilds with the client and their families and liaise with a variety of professionals across the health sector. First city works closely with a vast array of clients and services so adaptability is a must.

For this role you must have a background of at least 12 months in care delivery, hold a level 2 qualification, equivalent or above in health and social care and you MUST drive with access to your own vehicle.

Key Skills you should possess:

• Good English and computer skills are important
• Excellent communication skills
• A professional manner supporting a 'can do' approach to work.
• Applicants must be flexible and reliable with the ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Be able to problem solve and manage workloads in a high pressure environment.
• Driving license and use of personal vehicle for work purposes is essential for this role

In return we offer:

• Excellent training and support
• Access to Blue Light Card discount scheme
• Motor maintenance discount with a local garage
• 28 days annual leave entitlement
• Free onsite parking
• Access to Employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
• Additional industry recognised training
• Workplace pension with Nest
• Refer a friend scheme

ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING

PLEASE NOTE: If you apply for this role and aren't suitable a member of our team may direct you to a different role

Working in the community as a care assistant means you will need to be quick thinking, kind hearted and put the people we support first promoting their independence with a person centred approach.

Rate: £13.04 35p Mileage

PLEASE NOTE: The rate advertised is for those who hold an NVQ 2 or above in Health and Social Care.

We are a friendly, local, family run homecare provider which recognises that its employees are its greatest asset.

This role will involve:

• Supporting people in the local community to live independently at home.
• Support customers with their day to day routine;
• Assisting with personal care such as showering, bathing, continence care
• Helping with mobility
• Administering medication,
• Preparing meals
• Light domestic tasks
• Individual requirements outlined in each person-centred support plan.

First City Group are looking for committed staff to embrace our company ethos and values and provide excellent standards of care to our clients.

If you have experience as a Care Assistant/ Support Worker we would love to hear from you.

However, experience isn't necessary, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply.

Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role as well as commitment for morning shifts, evenings and some weekend commitment.

First City Group are proud to support the local community, operating in and around Swindon, including but not limited to; West Swindon, North Swindon, Town Centre, Wroughton, Chiseldon and Highworth.

Hours Available:

Morning shifts - 7am - 2:30pm

Evening shifts - 2:30pm - 11pm

Monday - Sundays

Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends

At First City we offer the following benefits:

• Competitive salary (Guaranteed hours available T&C's apply)
• Welcoming colleagues and a supportive office team with an open door approach
• 28 Days Holiday pro rata
• Paid comprehensive induction training and shadow shifts (subject to contract type)
• Free uniform
• Paid 35p per mile between calls
• Additional industry recognised training / Opportunity for career progression
• Motor maintenance discount with a local garage
• Access to Employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
• Workplace pension with Nest
• Discounts at major retailers with Blue Light Card
• Refer a friend scheme
• Access to company pool car

What our carers feel about being in this role:

"I like engaging with the clients and providing care that is beneficial to their needs and in their own setting."

"I took a break from care and explored other careers but have come back as that is what I enjoy and find it very fulfilling."

"I like being an important part of a clients daily routine and also seeing different people's faces and the flexibility with First City."

"Working with First City helped me understand how community care worked and what happens when a person is discharge from hospital back to their own homes"

Please use the below link that will take you to our website where you will find more information.

Kind, personalised care for a happy, fulfilling life. (firstcitynursing.co.uk)

ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING

PLEASE NOTE: The rate advertised is for those who hold an NVQ 2 or Above in health and social care.

If you apply for this role and you are not suitable a member of our team may direct you to a different role, this can affect the pay rate and duties, multiple applications are not required.

This role is NOT open to applications from those who reside outside the UK. Should you apply for this role and be found to live outside the UK, your application will be rejected.

Since 1999 First City group has been proud to provide care and support people in the local community of Swindon, to achieve their personal outcomes and maintain independence from within the comfort of their own homes.

We are looking for experienced individuals to join our care team out in the community.

Holding an NVQ level 3 or Equivalent in Health and Social Care opens doors to working within a multidisciplinary team and holding more autonomy in your role

It is essential to hold a full driving licence and acess to your own vehicle for this position.

Exclusive Rate: £13.16ph 35p Mileage

Hours Available:

Morning shifts - 7am - 2:30pm

Evening shifts - 2:30pm - 11pm

Monday - Sundays

Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends

Location: Swindon and surrounding areas

Duties can include:

• Supporting and encouraging independence
• Support customers with their daily routine
• Assisting with personal care such as showering, bathing, incontinence care
• Helping with mobility
• Administering medication
• Preparing meals, Shopping Calls and Light domestic tasks
• Individual requirements outlined in each person-centred support plan.
• Supporting new staff
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals

It is true that no two days are ever the same. It's that variety that our teams love and that motivates them to treat every day as a new opportunity. Alongside the exposure to a wide range of roles across the Health and Care sector, First City aim to provide additional training, upskill, and support all staff with progression.

"This experience has not only strengthened my passion for nursing but also equipped me with essential skills and knowledge for my future career"

"Working with First City helped me understand how community care worked and what happens when a person is discharge from hospital back to their own homes"

Essential for this role:

• Hold a NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification in health and social care
• Have a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Have at least 1 year's recent experience in health and social care

Desirable

• Previous experience in community-based care

At First City we offer the following benefits:

• Competitive salary
• A supportive office team with an open-door approach
• 28 Days Holiday pro rata
• Paid comprehensive induction training and shadow shifts (subject to contract type)
• Free uniform
• Additional industry recognised training / Opportunity for career progression
• Motor maintenance discount with a local garage
• Access to Employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
• Workplace pension with Nest
• Discounts at major retailers with Blue Light Card
• Refer a friend scheme
• Temporary company pool car

PLEASE NOTE: The rate advertised is for those who hold an NVQ 3 or Above in health and social care.

If you apply for this role and you are not suitable a member of our team may direct you to a different role, this can affect the pay rate and duties, multiple applications are not required.

This role is NOT open to applications from those who reside outside the UK. Should you apply for this role and be found to live outside the UK, your application will be rejected.

ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING

Working in a blended role supporting children, young people and adults is a unique opportunity. You will support people from within the comfort of their own homes and out in the community.

First City are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults and everything we do is designed to promote the safety and well-being of the people we work with.

When working with children the hours tend to be after school, around term times and Weekends.

Rate of pay: £12.96 - £13.72 plus mileage

Positions available: Full time, Part time, Weekends

Hours: Mornings with 7am starts and/or Evenings with 11pm finishes

We support those with; Autism, Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Global developmental delay, Challenging behaviours, Learning disabilities, Dementia, Parkinson's, Strokes, Huntington disease and Mental health challenges.

Full driving licence and access your own vehicle is essential for this role

Duties can include-

• Supporting and encouraging independence
• Support within the persons home and out in the community
• Support customers with their daily routine and individual requirements as outlined in their person centred care plan
• Assisting with personal care such as showering, bathing, incontinence care
• Helping with mobility
• Administering medication
• Preparing meals, Shopping Calls and Light domestic tasks
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals
• Develop appropriate working relationships with families and young people
• Offer strategies for development of social skills
• To act as a role model at all times
• Thinking outside the box for activities planning ahead of the visits
• Be able to write clear daily reports, incident reports and accident reports

"I loved working for First City I recommend anyone who is thinking of a career in care or someone who needs a fresh challenge to give them a call"

Essential for this role -

• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Have appropriate insurance in connection to the role you're undertaking
• Have a 'can do' attitude

Desirable-

• Experience in supporting young people with learning disabilities and health conditions

• Experience working in a community based care setting

At First City we offer the following benefits:

• Competitive salary
• A supportive office team with an open-door approach
• 28 Days Holiday pro rata
• Paid comprehensive induction training and shadow shifts (subject to contract type)
• Free uniform
• Additional industry recognised training / Opportunity for career progression
• Motor maintenance discount with a local garage
• Access to Employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
• Workplace pension with Nest
• Discounts at major retailers with Blue Light Card
• Refer a friend scheme
• Temporary company pool car

Any successful candidate will need to support both adults as well as children.

ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING