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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You will support service users with personal, domestic, and clinical care, communicate changes, provide flexible shifts, ensure safety, use IT for reports, and travel efficiently.
  • You will provide integrated care, assist with personal and domestic needs, communicate service user changes, work flexible shifts, document care, ensure safety, and support other teams as needed.

Requirements

  • You will be working as part of a team, this will include lone working within the community.
  • You will be working across Torbay and South Devon to provide integrated health and social care. Working closely with other organisations.
  • Provide support to service users with personal care, domestic care, social needs and clinical needs in accordance with the care plan, and within the limits of own competencies and responsibilities
  • To observe and evaluate the service users response to the care plan and communicate changes in need and/or circumstances to the appropriate member of the service in a timely manner
  • Provide a flexible service which will include shift patterns between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs, 7 days a week
  • Provide reports on service users using the service IT system, while complying with the Trust Policies and Procedures
  • Contribute to a safe working environment for self and others and report situations on accordingly in line with Trust Policies and Procedures and other partner organisations
  • Undertake training relevant to the post and in line with personal development and review
  • During times of reduced work to provide support to other teams linked with the service
  • Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties (e.g. Full driving licence and vehicle).

Responsibilities

  • You will be working as part of a team, this will include lone working within the community.
  • You will be working across Torbay and South Devon to provide integrated health and social care. Working closely with other organisations.
  • Provide support to service users with personal care, domestic care, social needs and clinical needs in accordance with the care plan, and within the limits of own competencies and responsibilities
  • To observe and evaluate the service users response to the care plan and communicate changes in need and/or circumstances to the appropriate member of the service in a timely manner
  • Provide a flexible service which will include shift patterns between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs, 7 days a week
  • Provide reports on service users using the service IT system, while complying with the Trust Policies and Procedures
  • Contribute to a safe working environment for self and others and report situations on accordingly in line with Trust Policies and Procedures and other partner organisations
  • Undertake training relevant to the post and in line with personal development and review
  • During times of reduced work to provide support to other teams linked with the service

FAQs

What is the working schedule for the Support Worker position?

The Support Worker position offers flexible shift patterns between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs, 7 days a week.

Is travel a requirement for this job?

Yes, the ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important, and a full driving licence and vehicle are required.

What type of training will be provided to new Support Workers?

You will receive full training in short-term services along with a provided uniform.

Are shifts paid for the entire duration, including travel time?

Yes, each shift is paid in full regardless of direct contact time, and travel time is also paid at your full hourly rate, along with a generous mileage allowance.

Can I work in different care settings within this role?

Yes, there are opportunities to rotate through a variety of care settings and progress within the service, including advancement into roles such as the Assistant Practitioner.

Is there emphasis on work-life balance in this position?

Yes, the team culture promotes a healthy work/life balance, which is a key aspect of working with us.

What types of care might I support clients with?

You will provide support with personal care, domestic care, social needs, and clinical needs in accordance with the care plan.

What should I do if I want more information about the position?

For further information or an informal discussion, you can contact Lindsey Lovell, Service Manager, at 07792 576490 or email lindsey.lovell@nhs.net.

What is the focus of the care provided in this role?

The focus is on maximizing independence while delivering a high standard of care, including end-of-life care when necessary.

Are evening, weekend, and bank holiday shifts compensated differently?

Yes, shift enhancements are offered for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.