Support Worker/Health Care Assistant

About us

Ryan Quality Care Homes is a private family-run care and support organisation who prides itself on its personal, family-approach to care.

In December 2019, Ryan Q C Homes LTD. were awarded joint 1st place out of 174 local care providers, by Northamptonshire County Council’s commissioning framework, for people with a learning disability.

Founded in 1998 – 23 years on, Ryan Q C Homes LTD. has evolved into a dynamic care organisation, which supports a diverse range of individuals, with varying needs and abilities.

Currently supporting 44 individuals across twelve properties, Ryan Q C Homes LTD. is considered to be one of Northamptonshire’s leading care and support providers.

Be a Critical Key Worker within Northamptonshire's leading care provider - supporting adults with learning disabilities - from 18 years+

No experience necessary - full training for the position provided

P/T and F/T Positions available. Sleep-in duties also required as additional to contracted hours.

We currently support 45 residents across our 12 residential and supported living homes within Northampton - NN3 & NN2 area. (3-6 bedded houses)

Purpose of Role

To provide care and support to adults aged 18+ with moderate to severe learning and/or physical disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring all of the Residents needs are met to the highest possible standard and in line with their care plans and current legislation.
• Monitoring the maintenance of the Home and observing the health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Managing budgets, keeping accurate records of the Resident’s finances and handling their monies in a responsible and considerate manner.
• Reporting and recording significant incidents/events to relevant personnel and/or agencies.
• Communicating at all levels with all relevant parties to ensure the smooth running of the Home and business and to ensure the Residents’ needs are handed over effectively.
• Correct storage and administration of medication.
• Ensuring confidentiality of the Residents, staff teams and the Company, in accordance with the Data Protection Act at all times.
• Safeguarding the Residents
• Always treat Residents with the utmost respect and ensure that their rights are observed at all times.
• Promote Residents’ independence by enabling them to achieve within their capabilities.

Duties will include

• Personal care
• Moving and handling Residents
• Taking Residents out on activities
• General housekeeping
• Preparing food and beverages
• General administration
• Undertaking Sleep-in duties as required - Sleep in duty eg. 10pm-8am paid at £5.50ph rate
• Completing all tasks set by a Team Leader or Senior Management

Training

• Participate fully in the company induction and training programme.
• Undertake mandatory qualifications, recognized nationally and as required by current legislation.

Skills Required

• Team Working
• Communication both written and verbal
• Adaptability to change
• Problem solving
• The ability to work unsupervised and supervised

This Job Description is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities but accurately reflects the current position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 24-30 per week

Salary: £10.25-£11.10 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Store discount
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Able to complete 'Sleep in' Duties alongside contracted hours

Experience:

• Care: 1 year (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day shift (preferred)
• Overnight shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SW May 2022