Senior Support Worker

Job summary

Ashmount

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Senior Support Worker to join Ashmount, within the Trust's Learning Disabilities Directorate.

Ashmount is a residential service for up to six individuals who have a learning disability, autism and behaviour of concerns.

We provide intensive support and a wide range of activities from our care service, which has excellent facilities and is set in its own large, secluded grounds.

We are looking for team members who are focussed on promoting people's rights, choices and independence and ensuring they live full and active lives.

The post holder will work positively and proactively with colleagues and will develop up-to-date knowledge of best practice and ranges of approaches within learning disability services and CQC requirements.

The post-holder would be involved working alongside the registered nurses and supporting people to access the community. The post will offer excellent opportunities for development.

Opportunities for joint working with other disciplines and agencies would be an integral part to the role.

The post-holder would need to hold a full driving license and be prepared to work flexibly in various locations across the Trust.

Excellent communication skills and confident use of IT would be key in this role.

For informal visits, further information or questions please contact Asha Rampersad on 01372 203063.

Main duties of the job

Support people using the service with their individual preferences to promote and engage in a meaning individualised activity programme which promotes as much independence as possible.

To assist with all aspects of personal care (supporting continence needs, showering, bathing, etc) in accordance with individual's support needs.

To be a confident and competent driver who can drive a range of vehicles across all distances, local or national depending on the needs of the service.

Ensure that a high standard of activities and excursions is planned and executed, and that new activities are introduced as appropriate.

Reporting and recording all relevant information and reporting to senior staff any change in the person.

Actively contribute to the review and development of plans, assessments and reports.

Liaising with the staff team, manager, day services, our local community team and external agencies in relation to activities.

Administer and support individuals with their medication needs in line with the services requirements.

Supervise support workers within the service, providing support and guidance on good practice.

To provide person centred support as identified within the care plan ensuring respect, privacy and dignity at all times.

Help maintain and develop relationships between individuals and their families, friends and significant others.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashmount

St Ebbas, Hook Road

Epsom

KT19 8QJ

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashmount

St Ebbas, Hook Road

Epsom

KT19 8QJ

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

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