We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Bank Support Worker to join our team. Our Bank Support Workers provide comprehensive support to individuals with a range of needs ranging from Learning Dissabilities, Autism, Epilepsy, Mental Health, sensory impairments, or other complex care needs with clinical requirments, ensuring high-quality care and assisting with daily living activities. This role requires flexibility, resilience, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of the individuals we support.
At Unique Nursing Services, part of the Catalyst Care Group, we are committed to positively transforming the lives of the individuals and families we support by providing complex care at home. Our Vision is to humanise health and social care by delivering compassionate care at home, ensuring individuals can lead fulfilling lives within their communities. Our guiding principles are rooted in our core values:
Compassion: We act with kindness and empathy.
Impact: We take ownership of our results.
Community: We foster a culture of belonging.
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Bank-Support Workers to join our team in York. As a Bank-Support Worker, you will work within a supported living package, providing comprehensive care and support to individuals with a range of needs, including complex care that involves clinical requirements. This role offers flexibility and a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those you support.
Key Responsibilities:
*Provide person-centered support, including personal care, household tasks, budgeting, and community engagement to promote independence.
*Support with meal planning, cooking, balanced diets, and medication management, liaising with healthcare professionals as needed.
*Deliver specialized clinical care, including tracheostomy care, stoma management, suction, oxygen therapy, PEG feeding, and maintain accurate records.
Qualifications and Experience:
Preferred:
*NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 2 acceptable).
*Training and experience working with complex individuals
Beneficial:
*Full UK driving license (manual and automatic).
*Additional training in PBS, PMVA, or MAPA is advantageous.
*Some clinical experience in healthcare settings.
Candidate Traits and Competencies:
*Empathetic and able to manage under pressure.
*Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
*Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.
*Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.
*Good verbal and written communication skills.
What We Offer:
· Fair Pay: £15 per hour reflecting the quality and dedication you bring to your role.
· Flexibility: Work as part of our bank staff team, providing support when needed.
· Professional Development: Enhance your skills through access to Specialized Training, including PROACT-SCIPr-UK®, tailored to support your professional growth.
· Supportive Environment: A workplace that values Compassion, Impact and Community encouraging collaboration and continuous learning.
· Well-being Support: We are committed to supporting your well-being in the workplace.
· Free DBS Check: Your first DBS check is free of charge if you need one.
· Opportunity to Make a Real Difference: Be a key part of transforming lives and empowering individuals within their communities.