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  • Young Person Supported Accommodation Support Worker (16–17 year olds)
    Young Person Supported Accommodation Support Worker (16–17 year olds)
    3 days ago
    £14.1 hourly
    Full-time
    Barking

    About us S2O Care Services is a London-based care provider that is supporting people in the community. We are now opening a supported accommodation service for young people aged 16–17 who are leaving care, [subject to Ofsted registration under the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023]. Our aim is simple: to give young people a safe, stable home and the skills and confidence to move on to independent adult life. About the role You'll be a consistent, trusted adult in the lives of the young people we support. Day to day, that means helping them build practical independence skills, settle into education, training or work, look after their health and wellbeing, and stay safe. You'll work closely with social workers, personal advisers, schools and colleges, and other professionals, and you'll keep clear, accurate records. Key responsibilities • Provide practical and emotional support tailored to each young person's support plan, • Teach independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, shopping, tenancy and household management, • Encourage engagement with education, employment or training, • Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns, including exploitation, going missing and risk-taking behaviour, • Support young people with health appointments and emotional wellbeing, • Contribute to support plans, risk assessments and reviews, • Complete daily logs, incident reports and handovers to a high standard, • Work in line with the Supported Accommodation Quality Standards and S2O's policies Essential requirements • Minimum 2 years' experience working with young people aged 16–17 (for example in supported accommodation, children's homes, leaving care or youth work), • A sound understanding of safeguarding children and young people, • Good written English and confidence with record-keeping, • Calm, patient and resilient, with clear and consistent boundaries, • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends, • Right to work in the UK Desirable • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or Children and Young People's Workforce (or willingness to work towards it), • Experience supporting care leavers, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children or young people with trauma histories. What we offer • Competitive pay rate, • Paid induction and ongoing training, • Regular supervision and support from an experienced management team, • Pension, holiday entitlement, refer-a-friend bonus, other benefits, • The chance to help shape a new service from the start Safer recruitment S2O Care Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check with the children's barred list, satisfactory references (including from your most recent employer in work with children or young people) and a full employment history with any gaps explained. Benefits: • Company pension, • Health & wellbeing programme, • On-site parking, • Paid training, • Referral programme

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  • Experienced Complex Care Support Worker
    Experienced Complex Care Support Worker
    9 days ago
    £16–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    Ilford

    Clarion Homecare Ltd Location: Ilford, Redbridge, East London Salary: £16.00 to £20.00 per hour, depending on relevant experience and assessed clinical competencies. Job type: Full time, Part time or Bank, as applicable to the vacancy. Shifts: Days, nights and weekends, depending on the available care package. About Clarion Homecare Clarion Homecare Ltd is a CQC registered, nurse led care provider delivering personalised care and specialist support to people in their own homes. We are looking for experienced Complex Care Support Workers who are confident supporting people with significant physical disabilities, neurological conditions and complex healthcare needs. We particularly want to hear from applicants who have worked in community complex care, specialist homecare, hospitals or other clinical settings. We understand that every care package is different. You do not need experience in every clinical procedure, but you must have genuine practical experience in complex care and be willing to demonstrate your skills. What the role involves Depending on the individual's assessed needs and your documented competencies, your responsibilities may include: • Supporting individuals with tracheostomies, including routine care and prescribed suctioning where delegated., • Providing PEG and gastrostomy feeding support., • Supporting individuals who use oxygen therapy or ventilation equipment, including prescribed routine checks and monitoring., • Supporting individuals with epilepsy and following individual seizure management plans., • Providing catheter and stoma care where trained and authorised., • Supporting individuals with spinal cord injuries, acquired brain injuries, cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions., • Assisting with prescribed medication and delegated healthcare procedures., • Supporting safe moving and handling, including the use of hoists., • Providing personal care, pressure area care and daily living support., • Monitoring and reporting changes in a person's health and wellbeing., • Responding promptly to emergencies in accordance with training and individual care plans., • Completing accurate care records and communicating effectively with the clinical team. You will work within your training and assessed competencies, following care plans and instructions from the responsible registered healthcare professional. Essential requirements • A minimum of 12 months of paid care experience, including direct experience supporting people with complex healthcare needs., • Practical experience in at least one specialist area such as tracheostomy care, suctioning, PEG feeding, ventilation support or complex neurological care., • A sound understanding of safeguarding, infection prevention and emergency procedures., • Confidence working independently within agreed care plans and professional boundaries., • Good communication and record keeping skills., • The legal right to work in the UK., • Willingness to complete the appropriate DBS checks and safer recruitment process., • Willingness to undertake clinical training, supervision and competency assessments. Desirable experience • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care., • Experience supporting individuals receiving NHS Continuing Healthcare., • Previous experience in community complex care or specialist homecare., • Current relevant clinical training certificates., • Experience with electronic care records., • Driving license and access to a vehicle where required for the assigned package. Why join Clarion Homecare? We know the quality of complex care depends on the people delivering it. At Clarion Homecare, you will work within a nurse led service where safe practice, dignity, compassion and professional development matter. We offer role specific induction, appropriate clinical competency assessments, ongoing supervision and opportunities to develop your experience in specialist care. How to apply In your application, tell us about the complex care procedures you have carried out, the types of individuals you have supported and any specialist training you have completed. We welcome applications from experienced Healthcare Assistants, Complex Care Support Workers and Clinical Support Workers who meet the requirements of the role. Clarion Homecare Ltd is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and providing safe, personalised care.

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  • Domiciliary Care Assistant – Barking & Dagenham
    Domiciliary Care Assistant – Barking & Dagenham
    22 days ago
    £13.75–£16.25 hourly
    Full-time
    Barking

    Make a difference to someone’s day by helping them live safely and independently in their own home. We’re looking for caring, reliable Care Assistants to support adults across Barking and Dagenham. All clients are accessible by public transport, so you do not need to drive. Your role • Support with personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting., • Help with meals, drinks and everyday household tasks., • Support with medication in line with training and individual care plans., • Provide companionship and support people to access their community., • Maintain accurate care records and report changes or concerns., • Respect each person’s choices, privacy and dignity. What we offer • £13.75–£16.25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications., • Guaranteed-hour contracts., • Paid travel time and travel costs between calls., • Minimum one-hour care visits., • Paid holiday, including accrual on paid travel time between calls., • Free DBS check., • Training and development, including the Care Certificate and opportunities to work towards Level 2 and 3 care qualifications., • 24/7 on-call support., • Workplace pension., • Funded Blue Light Card., • Refer-a-friend scheme., • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme. What we’re looking for • A compassionate, patient and respectful approach., • Reliability, punctuality and good communication skills., • Confidence working independently and following care plans., • The right to work in the UK., • Willingness to complete training and the required recruitment checks. Previous care experience is welcome. If you’re new to care, we’d also like to hear from you. Apply through JOB TODAY with your experience and availability. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    29 days ago
    £12.71–£13 hourly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    Job Purpose The Care Assistant is responsible for providing high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals who require assistance with daily living, personal care, health and wellbeing. The post holder will promote dignity, privacy, independence, choice and respect at all times and will work in accordance with individual care plans, company policies, safeguarding procedures and applicable legislation. Key Responsibilities · Provide person-centred care in accordance with individual care and support plans. · Assist service users with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and continence support where required. · Support individuals with mobility, transfers and positioning in accordance with assessed needs and moving-and-handling procedures. · Assist with meals, drinks and appropriate nutritional support. · Support individuals with medication in accordance with training, care plans and company medication procedures. · Provide emotional and social support and encourage meaningful activities. · Promote independence and enable individuals to make choices about their daily lives. · Observe and report changes in physical, emotional or mental wellbeing. · Maintain accurate and timely care records and daily notes. · Communicate effectively with senior staff, colleagues, families and relevant professionals. · Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns immediately. · Maintain confidentiality and protect personal information. · Follow infection prevention and control procedures. · Comply with health and safety, fire safety and emergency procedures. · Attend required training, supervision and staff meetings. · Work collaboratively as part of the wider care team. · Treat every individual with dignity, respect, equality and compassion. Person Specification Essential · Genuine commitment to providing high-quality care. · Good communication and interpersonal skills. · Ability to work respectfully with vulnerable adults. · Ability to follow care plans, policies and instructions. · Ability to maintain accurate records. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Willingness to complete mandatory and role-specific training. Desirable · Previous experience in adult social care. · Care Certificate or relevant health and social care qualification. · Experience of working with individuals with complex care or support needs. Safeguarding The Care Assistant has a responsibility to safeguard adults from abuse, neglect, exploitation and avoidable harm. Any safeguarding concern must be reported promptly in accordance with Move Ahead Care Ltd procedures. Health and Safety The post holder must comply with all health and safety requirements, including infection control, moving and handling, fire safety, accident reporting and risk management procedures. Professional Standards The post holder is expected to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, respectful conduct and a commitment to continuous improvement. Performance Expectations The Care Assistant is expected to consistently provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care while maintaining accurate documentation and escalating concerns appropriately.

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