Positive Behaviour Support Worker
You must hold a UK Driving licence to apply for this role
Please note: If you require a Visa to work in the UK, SeeAbility is currently unable to support any sponsorship requests.
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £10.52 per hour - £20,514 per annum plus benefits.
Hours: 14 - 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis.
Employment type: Full-time & Part-time, Permanent.
Are you a calm, caring and a resilient person, who thrives on helping others to achieve?
Do you drive and hold a manual UK Licence?
If you have answered yes to the above, you could be exactly what we are looking for. Come and be part of something extraordinary!
We're on the lookout for Support Workers who are calm, patient, and resilient. You'll need to be able to drive and have a consistent approach to assisting the people we support to engage in the interests they love.
Furthermore, as Support Worker you will be responsible for:
- Daily activities such as personal care; laundry; meal preparation; medication and administration.
- Getting to know the people you will care for and help them to live the life they want to live.
- Taking personal responsibility for the quality of care and assistance delivered to the people you will care for
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people you will take care of
- Helping the people you will assist plan towards and achieve both short and long term aims.
- Planning and be in favour of activities, such as vacations, learning and social engagements always being creative and exploring new opportunities
- Assisting the people, you will assist to manage their personal affairs making, preparing for, and attending any appointments.
- Ensuring the people, you will assist and their families, are treated with respect, dignity, and equality.
- To work in accordance with SeeAbility’s values
We're looking for someone who can devote to 14 to 37.5 per week and are willing to work on a shift rota basis, covering mornings, evenings, and weekends.
If you're looking to make a real difference, Woodstock is the place for you!
This role can be challenging, both physically and emotionally, but for the right person, it's also incredibly rewarding. It's a tough job, are you up for the task? If so, what are you waiting for!
A bit about Alex
Alexander is a 28-year-old gentleman. He has limited communication skills and uses a small amount of Makaton. While Alexander has a small vocabulary, with a regular staff team they will learn to communicate effectively with him. Alexander can be repetitive with words at times, so you will need a patient and calm approach and the ability to redirect the conversation.
Alexander is a very active individual and has planned activities every week. Being a confident driver and being physically fit is essential for this role as you will be required to juggle and engage in multiple appointments:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday - Rare Breeds Centre
- Monday and Tuesday - Farm Day, assisting with wheelbarrows and other farmyard activities.
- Wednesday - Arts and Crafts. You will attend a group with vulnerable adults, so being confident and knowledgeable of learning difficulties is a must.
- Thursday - Hydrotherapy in Canterbury. You will need to be comfortable with driving in rush-hour traffic.
- Friday - Gardening at Rare Breeds. This is a physical day. You will need to be fit and able to partake in activities with Alexander.
It is important to be aware of challenging behaviour and have the ability to deescalate situations. Rest assured; we will provide you with the necessary training to handle these situations effectively.
Being able to cook is absolutely essential, as Alexander absolutely loves cooking and eating. It brings him great joy and satisfaction.
Alexander appreciates confident individuals who make him feel safe. He doesn't like to be overly mothered, but he does appreciate people who genuinely care for him. He prefers a calm and structured environment, but one that is also fun and enjoyable.
Alexander has a wide range of interests, including going to the cinema, bowling, swimming, and cycling. Therefore, it is crucial that you are an active person who can engage in these activities with him.
Alexander values support from both men and women, so it is important to be able to provide that. Good communication skills are a must for this role. It is essential to be able to effectively communicate with Alexander’s and understand his needs and preferences.
Alexander is not a fan of big events such as parties, discos, or Christmas celebrations. He prefers more low-key activities that he can fully enjoy and process at his own pace.
One thing you should know about Alexander is that he has an incredible sense of humour and is very active and fun-loving. He manages his own personal care and dressing, so only a small amount of support is needed in that area. However, he will require assistance with cooking, cleaning, managing finances, and medication.
Rest assured; we are here to support you every step of the way. We want to create an environment where Alexander can thrive and enjoy his life to the fullest.
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