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Short term services support worker

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must provide personal care and support, evaluate service users, report changes, work flexible shifts, comply with policies, ensure safety, undertake relevant training, and assist other teams as needed.
  • You will support service users with personal, domestic, and clinical care; report on their needs; maintain safety; and provide flexible coverage while ensuring compliance with policies.

Requirements

  • Provide support to service users with personal care, domestic care, social needs and clinical needs in accordance with the care plan, and within the limits of own competencies and responsibilities
  • To observe and evaluate the service users response to the care plan and communicate changes in need and/or circumstances to the appropriate member of the service in a timely manner
  • Provide a flexible service which will include shift patterns between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs, 7 days a week
  • Provide reports on service users using the service IT system, while complying with the Trust Policies and Procedures
  • Contribute to a safe working environment for self and others and report situations on accordingly in line with Trust Policies and Procedures and other partner organisations
  • Undertake training relevant to the post and in line with personal development and review
  • During times of reduced work to provide support to other teams linked with the service

Responsibilities

  • Provide support to service users with personal care, domestic care, social needs and clinical needs in accordance with the care plan, and within the limits of own competencies and responsibilities
  • To observe and evaluate the service users response to the care plan and communicate changes in need and/or circumstances to the appropriate member of the service in a timely manner
  • Provide a flexible service which will include shift patterns between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs, 7 days a week
  • Provide reports on service users using the service IT system, while complying with the Trust Policies and Procedures
  • Contribute to a safe working environment for self and others and report situations on accordingly in line with Trust Policies and Procedures and other partner organisations
  • Undertake training relevant to the post and in line with personal development and review
  • During times of reduced work to provide support to other teams linked with the service

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Support Worker position?

The Support Worker position offers flexible shift patterns between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM, 7 days a week.

Is training provided for new Support Workers?

Yes, full training in short term services is provided for all new Support Workers.

What is the pay structure for this role?

Support Workers are paid for each shift regardless of contact time, and travel time is compensated at the full hourly rate with a generous mileage allowance. Shift enhancements are also paid for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Are there opportunities for career progression within this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for career progression, such as the assistant practitioner role, and the chance to rotate through various different settings.

What benefits are available to employees?

Benefits include access to the NHS Pension Scheme, childcare at the day nursery, generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days a year (for full-time workers), staff discounts, career development and training opportunities, and employee support with access to a 24-hour helpline.

Where will the Support Workers be working?

Support Workers will be working across Torbay and South Devon, providing integrated health and social care in the community.

Is experience required for this position?

While specific experience details are not provided, candidates should be prepared to provide care and support, and undertake relevant training for the role.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For additional information or an informal discussion, you can contact Sue Dearden, Service Manager, at 07867 142028 or via email at sue.dearden@nhs.net.

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.