Pennine Care Nhs Foundation Trust | Support Worker - Learning Disability Service

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An opportunity has arisen to work at Cambeck Close supporting children & adults with a learning disability.
We require 1 full time 37.5 hrs and 1 part time 30 hrs per week support workers who will provide care and support to service users.
This role provides an opportunity to develop skills and experience working alongside a dedicated team of professional staff, while also developing your own skills.
These roles will also provide support to the Senior Support Workers and will interlink with the Unit Manager, Administrator and other professionals .
The role requires shift work days & nights 7 days a week.
Main duties of the job
You will provide high quality care and support to people accessing the service.
They will assist in the delivery of the model of care under the guidance of the Unit Manager, & Senior Support Workers.
You will provide support which is therapeutic while also maintaining the persons safety and dignity, this may involve working with those that have challenging behaviour.
You will will assist in establishing care plans and in the delivery of care.
The expectation will be to work within the boundaries of agreed instruction, whilst being supported within Trust procedures and policies
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services.
We're really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post.
We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities To support and contribute to the development and maintenance of an environment which is defined by high quality care and support.
To work as an assistant or co-worker in therapeutic activities and / or group work with the support and guidance of senior staff.
To listen and talk to service users, families and their carers' and develop boundaried therapeutic relationships.
To undertake and accurately document observations and clinical care in line with Trust Policy.
To ensure effective communication, either verbal or written, amongst the team, reporting any change or unusual occurrence in the service user's behaviour or condition.
To accurately report and feedback any concerns.
To understand the importance of and maintain the need for confidentiality in all service users matters.
To participate in the maintenance of a clean, tidy and safe environment.
To value diversity and promote equality of opportunity for all and to ensure individuals are treated fairly.
To ensure that any interventions are provided in accordance with least restrictive practice.
To carry out duties as allocated.
To support the development and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
Attend to personal hygiene including bathing, toileting and dressing, promoting quality of life and independence.
Support and assist at mealtimes as required.
To attend education and training sessions specially arranged for the team.
To carry out assigned tasks under the supervision of qualified staff.
To provide guidance to new staff on the induction to the ward and participate in induction and training programmes for staff.
To undertake support to new staff as appropriate, supporting them complete their care certificate.
To act as a positive role model to the service users and staff.
To demonstrate appropriate de-escalation skills in managing aggression exhibited by service users, subject to achieving agreed training and competency in Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression techniques.
To attend / undertake statutory and mandatory training as required.
To have an interest in self-development and be active in enhancing own personal knowledge.
Escort service users as appropriate to areas outside the service as delegated.
Adhere to appropriate Trust and local policies, procedures and guidelines.
Person specification Education / Qualifications Essential criteria NVQ level 3 in Care (or equivalent experience) or a commitment to work towards Care Certificate or willing to work towards Desirable criteria Assessor in CC Experience Essential criteria Experience of working with Children and Young People Experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or autism Experience of providing care and support in a community setting and/or residential setting Experience of carrying out observations Experience of Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression Experience of working with people with a learning disability to enhance their quality of life Desirable criteria Experience of caring for others Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team Experience of being involved in the delivery of therapeutic activities Knowledge Essential criteria Understanding of positive behavioral support An awareness of stigma and discrimination of people with learning disabilities Desirable criteria Awareness of ward procedures and clinical observations Skills and Abilities Essential criteria Able to impart knowledge, supervise and direct the work of others under supervision Able to communicate effectively with clients and their carers' Able to remain calm in stressful situations and display patience and empathy Able to respond sensitively to emotional distress Able to report observations accurately and concisely.
Able to develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships patients and families Able to organise day to day tasks and activities based on an agreed work plan Desirable criteria Willingness to participate in staff induction and training for junior staff Work Related Circumstances Essential criteria Demonstrate an interest in working with adults and CYP Resilient and able to work within a changing environment Ability to work a flexible shift pattern over 7 days, including the rotation of night duty Use of car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trist footprint in lines with service needs Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Trusts Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity Policies Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure Hints and tips for completing your application can be found here.
Sponsorship - We are an approved sponsoring organisation.
Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications.
Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship.
You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.
What happens after your application has been received?

You will be informed about the progress of your application following shortlisting via email.
Only applicants who clearly demonstrate the criteria listed in the person specification will be shortlisted for interview.
Interview invites will be sent out via email.
What happens if I am offered the position after interview?

The hiring manager will make contact with you to verbally offer you the position.
The hiring manager will then inform Recruitment of the decision and provide relevant paperwork.
You will be sent a formal conditional offer via email.
What pre-employment checks will I need to complete?

By conducting pre-employment checks, the recruitment team will verify that you meet the pre-conditions of the role you have been offered.
Pre-employment checks will be carried out according to NHS Employment Check Standards.
The checks are:
Identity verification Right to work check Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role) Professional registration and/or qualification check Occupational health assessment Employment history and reference validation All applicants external to NHS will be required to provide HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years.
This information will used to validate employment history and references as part of pre-employment checks.
If you are offer a position with is and you require sponsorship to support your right to work, we will review your eligibility in line with government guidance.
If the role you have been offer is not eligible for sponsorship, and you are not able to evidence your right to work, your conditional offer could be withdrawn.
What happens when pre-employment checks are complete?

Recruitment will liaise with you and the hiring manager to arrange a start date for your new position.
You will then be booked on to a Trust Welcome Session and be sent your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
Other important information We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and recognise the importance of ensuring our diverse service user population is reflected within our workforce.
Unfortunately, we know that, at present, there is underrepresentation of our communities in our workforce.
We welcome applications from people from diverse communities to help us grow, learn, be better and consider brilliant innovation diverse people bring.
If you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria on the person specification for the post.
If you require reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process please phone us on at the earliest opportunity.
We will support you to complete your application.
Unfortunately we are not able to guarantee the transfer of lease cars, or cover the costs of early termination charges.
We have a strict policy on unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies.
Please do not contact our hiring managers directly.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
To ensure you application is considered, please submit at the earliest opportunity.
Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download Job Description (PDF, 115.5KB) Person Specification (PDF, 126.8KB) Policy Statement on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 117.0KB)