Purpose
The role involves delivering high‑quality support and care to residents, enhancing their independence, choice, inclusion and control in line with CQC regulations.
Location
Base: Ashfield House, Stourbridge. Full UK driving licence required; vehicle provided for transport of people supported.
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan and provide support and care to foster the wellbeing and development of residents according to their person‑centred plans; record and review progress.
- Support residents in maintaining a clean, tidy and welcoming living environment.
- Assist with laundry, shopping and meal preparation, respecting residents’ choices.
- Help residents arrange and attend medical appointments.
- Assist residents with budgeting, finances and accessing benefits.
- Encourage residents to maintain an active social life.
- Provide personal care where appropriate (bathing, hair washing, etc.) when registration permits.
- Ensure residents receive housing‑related support, including tenancy maintenance and reporting safety concerns.
- Fulfil other tasks assigned by the Team Leader to maintain high quality of service and support the community’s vision.
- Work within community policies, procedures, code of conduct and promote equality, diversity and human rights.
- Participate in training, continuous professional development and personal development to understand the philosophy and values that guide practice.
Person Specification
- Previous experience in a care or support setting, preferably with adults with learning disabilities.
- Experience in anthroposophical organisations providing social care desirable.
- Working knowledge of risk assessment, health and safety, support plans, safeguarding, person‑centred planning, equalities, and human rights.
- Supportive of the organisation’s values and philosophy.
- Valid manual UK driving licence (minimum 2 years) essential.
- Reasonable general education, evidence of numeracy and literacy.
- Level 2 or 3 Health and Social Care Diploma or equivalent highly desirable.
Key Competencies
- Respecting and understanding others, building trust and openness, treating with dignity.
- Effective communication (verbal & non‑verbal), adapting style to the situation.
- Working with and developing others, providing direction and empowering learning.
- Results and quality focus: conscientious, high standards, continuous improvement.
- Problem solving and decision making: analyse, explore alternatives, make timely decisions.
- Resilience to change and challenges: open to change, adapt, work independently, cope in emergencies.
Legal & Equality Statement
Camphill Village Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all adults who use our services. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo pre‑employment checks including a DBS check.
Benefits
Vehicle provided for transport. Supportive, community‑based setting with opportunities to develop skills such as cooking and horticulture. Opportunity to work in a social and green care environment.
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