Support Worker - HCPA Ltd : Job Details

About the Company

Trips'n'Treats are a small friendly team of 12, which consists of a Service Manager, Office Manager, Team Leader, Senior Support Worker and 8 Support Workers, supporting 52 People.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join us in Hemel Hempstead as Recreational Support Workers.

Our Vision: is to empower lives through compassionate care and meaningful connections.

Our Values: make us unique and include empathy, integrity, dignity, innovation, and teamwork. These elements help guide Trips’n’Treats actions and decisions, creating a positive and impactful environment for both the People We Support and our Team.

We embrace change, treat everyone fairly, value diversity and we encourage independence.

Why should I apply for this Support Worker job?

• We run an incentive scheme, where staff can receive £50 vouchers at the end of every 3 months

Care Professional Academy Rewards include:

• Hertfordshire based Rewards
• Student DiscountPackages
• Access to?a Student Card?- usually exclusive to university students!
• Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers?including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
• Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.

And a lot more...

What does this Support Worker job involve?

Hours of Work: Up To 36 Hours Per Week: Between 09:00 - 21:00 + 1x Saturday Per Fortnight - Flexible Provider

• Promote equal treatment, provide recreational support, and offer appropriate care to each Person We Support using the Positive Behaviour Support approach
• Attend and provide information for meetings as needed, including at least 8 staff and supervision meetings annually
• Show flexibility in working hours and approaches and maintain appropriate car insurance for the supported individuals’ transportation
• Understand and follow Safeguarding procedures and be aware of the Whistleblowing Policy
• Host online support sessions with the People We Support if needed and manage their money as per Trips’n’Treats policy
• Stay aware of the risks to the individuals, public, and staff, and take appropriate safety actions
• Be trained or willing to train in Rectal Diazepam and Buccal Midazolam application and complete necessary training courses and updates
• Report daily on activities undertaken

Am I the right person for this Support Worker job?

• Experience within the Learning Disability Sector is desirable but not necessary
• Must have a valid full driving licenceand access to a 4-door car when working and have business insurance
• Enhanced DBS check will need to be carried out
• NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent is desirable
• Must have or work towards the Care Certificate This will be provided by Trips’n’Treats if necessary

Applications will only be considered if located within a 10-mile radius of the position.

HCPA is not a registered sponsor for international workers seeking employment through the skilled or temporary worker route. Please refer to the UK Immigration Points-based routes and the information below to check your eligibility to work in the UK