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Mail: registrations@vesrecruitment.co.uk
Adult Support Worker – Merthyr Tydfil
Overview
We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and committed Adult Support Workers to join our team, working in Adult Care Homes in the Merthyr Tydfil area. This is a fantastic opportunity to support and play an essential role in supporting individuals living in adult care homes to ensure they are supported in ways that respect their dignity, whilst also gaining valuable experience in Adult Care settings.
You will be supporting vulnerable adults to promote their health and wellbeing but also develop their physical and emotional well-being. Furthermore, you will be supporting them to complete general housekeeping duties which can include shopping, and domestic duties as well as elements of personal care. You will be expected to complete a range of records and documents for individuals.
Why VES?
-Fully comply with Agency Workers Regulations
-Flexible working hours with full and part time positions available
-Immediate start upon completion of compliance checks
-Opportunities for professional development and free online training available
-Out of hours service
-Dedicated Account Manager to assist you in finding the perfect placement
If you are passionate and enthusiastic about supporting people in Adult care homes, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position.
Join us in making a positive impact!
Most importantly, all staff and candidates must be aware of VES’ Safeguarding Policy and must follow all procedures to protect children and vulnerable adults. VES are committed to protecting children and vulnerable adults, therefore we have a careful recruitment and selection process, a whistle-blowing policy and guidance on appropriate behaviour, and VES’s rigorous procedures ensure that candidates found to have a history of unacceptable conduct or practice, will not be placed.
Please note this is an agency vacancy for ad-hoc flexible work.
Responsible For
- What is required:
- A relevant Health and Social Care Qualification Level 2 or Level 3
- DBS on the Update Service or willing to have one processed
- Complete a Social Care Wales induction and register with them within 6 months
- You must have a full UK Driving Licence and access to your own car.
- Due to regulations, you will need to be over 21 years old.
- Understanding of safeguarding of vulnerable adults
- Previous experience working within Health and Social care settings
- Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from seniors and house managers
- Strong communication skills
- A flexible and adaptable approach to meet the individual needs of service users
Other Benefits
- Dedicated and supportive Account Manager in your area
- Fully comply with the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR)
- Potential long-term positions
- Local work
- NPS Framework Provide for the Welsh Government
- CPD Training Opportunities
- E-mail and SMS Verification of booking
Specific Skills
Key Attributes/ Responsibilities:- Supporting service users in participating in community activities and social events
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with clients to help them promote their physical and emotional well-being.
- Ensuring good quality record keeping and documentation, which meets the regulatory and statutory requirements
- Staying current with best practices to ensure the highest level of care is provided
- Provide personal care and support in a way that is respectful, promotes dignity and independence
- Possess skills in basic household tasks, e.g. cookery, laundry, ironing and cleaning.