Home Support Worker - STUST - North & South Kirklees

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Organisation: Kirklees

Directorate: Adults & Health

Service Area: Adults Social Care Operation

Job Category: Social Care - Adults

Hours: Various

Number of Jobs: 1

Location(s): Across Kirklees

Position type: Permanent

Grade: Grade 5

Please be aware that the current minimum salary threshold for Support Worker roles to apply for a visa via the Skilled Worker route is £23,200. The hours of this job means that it does not meet sponsorship requirements. Please see this link for more information.

Are you a caring and compassionate individual looking to make a real difference in people's lives?

Then join our amazing Home Support Team at Kirklees Council!

We are expanding our service and have exciting opportunities for you to become a Home Support Worker in our Short Term and Urgent Support teams across Kirklees.

As a Home Support Worker, you'll be an essential part of our mission to help rehabilitate individuals to be as independent as possible.

From assisting those recently discharged from the hospital to providing urgent support after a fall, your dedication will play a crucial role in preventing hospital admissions and supporting people in their homes.

Your workday will be dynamic and diverse, encompassing various tasks such as supporting therapy and exercise plans, outdoor mobility practice, personal care, medication assistance, meal support, and more.

Every individual we support is unique, and you'll have the opportunity to listen to their stories and experiences, making each day truly remarkable.

At Kirklees Home Support, we foster a strong sense of teamwork, where we collaborate closely to ensure the best possible care for our clients.

You'll be part of a supportive environment, sharing knowledge and skills to help people achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.

We understand the importance of flexibility, which is why we offer a selection of different shift patterns including 21 hour / 25 hour roles.

We provide paid full shifts, mileage and travel time reimbursement, generous annual leave, mobile phones, and funded DBS checks.

You'll also have access to Employee Health Care, paid training time (including accredited training), and a range of other benefits, including a pension scheme and staff discount schemes.

Working for our team opens up exciting opportunities for personal development and career progression, allowing you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Please note: Travel is a requirement of this job, and it is therefore essential that you hold a full and valid driving licence and ideally have use of your own car. (Exceptions may be made for disabled applicants).

If you're ready to join a supportive and fulfilling team where your compassion and dedication will be truly valued, don't miss this chance to make a real difference.

Job Rates:

For 21-hour positions:

• Rota Enhancement: An additional 7% for working on a rota.

For 25-hour positions:

• Rota Enhancement: An additional 7% for working on a rota.

Apply now and experience the rewards of helping others in a caring and nurturing environment.

Just complete the simple expression of interest form below and one of our friendly managers will be in touch:

Alison Hakier is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: [email protected] or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.