Care Workers at Level 1 implement Care Plans and ensure any concerns or reasons care plans cannot be followed are reported. They monitor the care and welfare of citizens, record accurate information on running records, communication books, care plans monitoring charts (e.g., weight monitoring, falls) and other written and electronic communications as required. They also work and cooperate with other professionals, citizens and their meaningful others to ensure a shared approach to care and support and continuity of care and treatment.
Responsibilities
- Implement Care Plans and contribute to running records and daily monitoring forms.
- Encourage and support citizens to achieve and / or maintain maximum independence, maintaining contacts with friends, family and community.
- Record accurate information on running records, communication books, care plans monitoring charts (e.g., weight monitoring, falls).
- Cooperate with other professionals, citizens and meaningful others to ensure a shared approach to care and support.
- Follow all instructions, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Qualifications
- DBS Enhanced check for a regulated activity is required.
- Experience with care planning, monitoring forms and record keeping.
- Knowledge and understanding of the rights, needs, and feelings of vulnerable adults from diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to follow all instructions, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- This role does not meet the relevant salary threshold for Skilled Visa sponsorship; applicants requiring sponsorship cannot apply.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years of service) plus bank holidays, with the ability to buy additional leave annually.
- Generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%.
- Smart Working to support work-life balance.
- Health and wellbeing benefits including access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounted membership at selected local sports, fitness centres, cinema, shopping and more.
Equal opportunities and diversity
Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We particularly want to hear from the following under‑represented groups: Minority Ethnic communities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and disabled individuals.
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