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Experienced Support Worker
Job Description
This role is a bespoke opportunity for experienced support workers to support our intermediate and reablement services. This position is unique to a traditional domiciliary care role, as you hold further responsibilities, including liaising with other healthcare professionals to review a person's support on an ongoing basis, ensuring a holistic approach with a focus on working closely with our customers to achieving the person's desired outcomes.
You will be Working with a multidisciplinary team will mean you working alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses as well as many other professions therefore providing you with the exposure to a wide range of roles across Health and Care sector.
No day will be the same as you join an outstanding team of highly trained individuals to promote and encourage independence to customers. We are proud to support other healthcare organisations including the local hospital by enabling individuals to return to their own home; with a range of community therapy, community nursing, frailty, housing and social care services, to promote independent living, support and plan their return back into the community, when hospital admission is no longer required.
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.
This is huge opportunity to learn from others and consider the career path that is right for you, if you aspire to progress. There will be opportunity to increase knowledge through training ventures and opportunity for career progression.
Location: Swindon and Surrounding Area
Schedule:
AM - 7am - 3pm
PM - 3pm - 11pm
Hours Available: Full-Time, Part-Time, Weekends, Bank,
Rate from £12.96ph - £13.36ph 35p Mileage (dependant on qualifications)
The successful applicant will:
- Be honest, reliable, caring, trustworthy and compassionate
- Hold at least an NVQ 2 in Care or equivalent - this is desirable but not essential as full training can be provided to work towards this qualification
- Hold a minimum of one year's experience in health and social care (within a community-based setting would be preferable)
- Hold a full, valid driving licence and have access to your own vehicle
- Have excellent communication skills and be confident to liaise with other healthcare professionals to advise on and support customers' requirements, which can include equipment & medication arrangements
First City Benefits include:
- Competitive salary (Guaranteed hours available T&C's apply)
- 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
- Access to company pool car
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, this can affect the pay rate and duties
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Experienced Support worker - Wootton Bassett
First City are looking to recruit passionate & enthusiastic support workers to join our workforce and become part of what we believe to be, something incredibly rewarding.
This specific role is supporting a young man with Cerebral Palsy in Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon.
You will be working in the family home, in a fun, friendly and welcoming environment. You will be joining in varied activities and helping to explore new activities. You will be working within a support team to enable this young man to communicate to his best level, helping with his personal care needs and encouraging him to be as independent as possible.
Location: Wootton Bassett
Rate: £11.44ph
Hours Available: Full Time / Part Time
Shift patterns - 07.00 - 14.30 and/or 14.30 - 22.00 and/or 22.00 - 07.00 (Sleep night)
Our customer communicates using a choice board, eye movement, touching and can also read lips, facial expressions and body language.
The ideal candidate is someone with a background of supporting individuals with physical and learning disabilities, someone who wants to share interests and hobbies, someone fun but responsible and someone this young man build a fantastic rapport with.
About you:
- You are reliable and professional - you value honesty and discretion
- You enjoy working in a relaxed, fun, family environment whilst working hard and seeing your client make progress and being a part of that.
- You are friendly and approachable
- You are flexible and you work well under pressure
Responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining a safe and clean environment
- Promoting independence
- Feeding
- Personal care
- Moving and Assisting
- Supporting with activities and planning day trips
- Community Access
- General household tasks
A minimum of 6 months health and social care experience is required for this role preferably with specific knowledge and familiarity of brain injuries, however transferable skills and personal experience will be considered. A full clean driving licence is desirable.
Benefits:
- Access to Employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
- Opportunity to increase knowledge through training opportunities
- Opportunity for career progression
- Excellent training and support
- Refer a friend scheme
- Excellent training and support
- Access to Blue Light Card discount scheme
ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING
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Care and Support Worker - Agency
Join a supportive team that values your contributions and celebrates your successes as we work together to make a positive impact!
Are you a dedicated healthcare assistant or support worker on the lookout for new opportunities in Swindon? Are you looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle?
First City Recruitment, part of the First City Group, is on the hunt for Care Assistants and Support Workers to join our agency staffing team in Swindon and the surrounding areas.
We offer a wide range of hours to suit your schedule, though these are not guaranteed as permanent positions, we're in a strong position to provide consistent work and excellent support, ensuring you'll have the stability you need and the flexibility you want. As an agency worker, you'll enjoy competitive pay, the freedom to choose shifts that work for you, and the opportunity to gain experience in diverse settings. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or explore new opportunities, our agency provides the support and flexibility you need to thrive.
Location: Swindon and surrounding areas
Pay: Weekly pay - £12.88 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) paid weekly every Friday.
Hours: Days or Nights, up to 12 hours shifts (to meet the needs of those we support on occasions there may be flexibility in timings)
We're looking for reliable, empathetic, and caring individuals with at least six months of recent UK care experience to join our welcoming and professional team. Our comprehensive induction training program is designed to enhance your skills and ensure you provide the highest quality of care. We value staff with the right mindset and behaviours, as they are essential to maintaining our workplace values at the core of everything we do. Join our dynamic team and be a part of a rewarding journey where your skills truly make a difference.
We'd love to hear from you if you have experience doing:
- Residential Care
- Support Work
- Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
- Care Assistant
- Domiciliary Care
- Homecare
- Working with challenging behaviours
- 1-1 Care
- Autism Support Work
Working with us you will receive:
- Excellent rates of hourly pay £12.88 - £15.68 (inclusive of holiday pay)
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Weekly pay
- Flexible day or night shifts, 12 hour shifts available.
- NEST pension plan
- Free Comprehensive and rewarding in house classroom-based training.
- Access to health and social care diploma courses (T&C's Apply)
- Enhancements rates of pay on bank holidays and over the Christmas period
- Eligibility to Blue light card - a variety of discounts at your favourite stores, holiday bookings and many restaurants.
- 24-hour support from our experienced office team
Our Requirements:
- You will need to be caring, kind, patient, reliable, honest, and trustworthy.
- Willing to undertake Personal Care tasks including bathing and toileting.
- Be comfortable and confident working as part of a team or lone working.
- A willingness to be flexible to meet the requirements of our client base.
- You must have the right to work in the UK.
- You must be responsible for your own transport arrangements
Are you ready to step into a role that not only challenges you but also allows you to transform lives every day? If you believe you have the passion and skills to provide outstanding care, we want to hear from you!
At First City Recruitment, we are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults. As such, all employment offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and the completion of mandatory training.
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Support Worker
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?
First City is committed to providing high-quality supported living services. We believe in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives and promoting independence, dignity, and respect.
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Supported workers to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, physical disabilities, or behaviours that challenge and can be unpredictable, to live independently and achieve their goals.
Location: Swindon and Surrounding area
Rate: £11.44ph
Hours: Full-Time/Part-Time/Flexible ShiftsWhat You'll Do:
- Provide tailored support to individuals in their own homes, including assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and meal preparation.
- Encourage independence and support individuals to develop life skills.
- Facilitate access to the community, helping with appointments, social activities, and work or education opportunities.
- Build meaningful relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Maintain accurate records and uphold the highest standards of care.
What We're Looking For:
- A caring and empathetic nature.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive attitude and a genuine desire to support others.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Experience in care (preferred but not essential - full training will be provided).
- Full driving license and access to own vehicle is preferred but not essential
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for progression.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
- Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle.
- Access to employee assistance programme
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of others.
ALL JOBS WITH FIRST CITY NURSING AND CARE ARE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY REFERENCES, ENHANCED DBS CERTIFICATE AND FULL COMPLETION OF MANDATORY TRAINING
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