We provide high quality care and support to older people; people with physical and learning disabilities; people with mental health needs; dementia; carers and clients’ families. This extends to respite care for families and carers. We operate services across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, ranging from Residential Homes, Day Services, Supported Living sites and Reablement Home Care.
Join Our Team and Make a Real Difference to People’s Lives!
The Role
We have an excellent opportunity to join our dedicated and supportive team as a Residential Support Worker. Wallfield is a residential home situated in Southbourne, around 4 miles from Bournemouth town centre. We offer accommodation to 14 clients, including 12 permanent placements and 2 respite placements. The home supports individuals with learning disabilities and we work in a person-centred way providing support for people living with complex care needs.
Your Main Responsibilities
- Providing care and support that promotes client choice and independence.
- Undertaking personal care duties as required, including manual handling.
- Working to required standards to comply with CQC guidelines.
- Maintaining dignity, privacy and respect for our clients.
- Working flexibly across the week, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
You Should Have
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 Certificate or a preparedness to work towards a qualification.
- Knowledge and awareness of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding legislation.
- A working knowledge of CQC standards and the Single Assessment Framework.
- An understanding of health and safety requirements.
What We Offer
- Career Progression: excellent opportunities to develop and learn.
- Generous Holiday Allowance: 26 days not including bank holidays, rising to 29 with length of service.
- Higher Pay on Weekends (from £16.06 an hour) and Bank Holidays (from £25.70 an hour).
- Occupational Sick Pay: an enhanced occupational sick pay scheme from your first day.
- Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential, free‑of‑charge support network with a 24/7 helpline and wellbeing services.
- Company contributory pension scheme: 3% contribution.
- Blue Light discount eligibility: discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more.
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