Job summary
To contribute to the assessment, implementation and delivery of high-quality individualised client care within a professional team. To demonstrate responsibility to clients, relatives and colleagues through contribution to the development and monitoring of agreed evidence-based practice and to the health and social care programmes. To contribute to the clinical governance of the service.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Support Worker will contribute to the assessment, implementation, and delivery of care within a multi-professional team.
Will demonstrate responsibility to clients, relatives, and colleagues through contribution to the development and monitoring of agreed evidence-based practice.
Will support the qualified multi-professional team and contribute to the implementation of health and social care programmes primarily within a client setting.
Will coordinate group activities, 1:1 activities and adherence to therapeutic care plans
Several of our service users are wheelchair users and there is a requirement to use hoists and push wheelchairs.
To ensure the service users personal information is always treated with the strictest of confidence. Any requests to disclose information must be relayed to senior staff.
Where required use basic Makaton with service users. To escort service users on site when required.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
- NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
- NVQ level 3 in related subject
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
- Previous experience of caring for clients in a clinical setting,
- Previous and current experience of working in Therapeutic Day Services and/or Learning Disabilities
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Previous experience of supervision of staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing
- Able to support and reassure clients / carers in distress
- Basic IT skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
- NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
- NVQ level 3 in related subject
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
- Previous experience of caring for clients in a clinical setting,
- Previous and current experience of working in Therapeutic Day Services and/or Learning Disabilities
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Previous experience of supervision of staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing
- Able to support and reassure clients / carers in distress
- Basic IT skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Diamond Activity & Therapeutic Centre, Tickhill Road Hospital Site
Balby
Doncaster
DN4 8QH
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
