Elderly & Dementia Day Support Worker - Penketh

Qualifications

Desirable:

Job Role: Elderly & Dementia Support Worker Days

Service: Heathside and The Mews

Hours per week: 24-42 Hours per week

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Location: Penketh, Warrington

This role is open to female applicants only. This is due to the specific needs and personal care requirements of the individual you would be supporting, who has expressed a preference for a female support worker

About Heathside And The Mews

We support older people and people with dementia in our residential homes, Heathside and The Mews, either as a permanent new home or for short respite breaks. Heathside is our 37-bedroom residential home with a cozy and homely feel, and The Mews is our 25-bed home with a light, modern airy feel. Heathside and The Mews are just next door to one another and collaborate on many fun activities and outings, but each offers a different living experience to the residents.

You can read more about each home on our website.

One thing they have in common, though, is the high level of care provided. Our approach is entirely built around the people we support, and we don t believe in one-size-fits-all. Everyone we support is different, so we take the time to get to know them and create a bespoke support plan and personalise everything - even down to how they like their morning routine.

A Day in the Life of an Elderly & Dementia Support Worker

In this role, your days are as varied as the individuals you care for. At the heart of our approach is person-centered planning, tailoring support to meet the unique needs of each person in your care. Equipped with comprehensive training and the unwavering support of your team, you ll provide a wide range of assistance, from personal care, to being a friendly presence in their day, respecting their individuality, celebrating life histories and supporting people in doing what they enjoy.

Your dedication and compassionate care will create a sense of safety and comfort, empowering individuals to live their best lives.

Our Employee Benefits

As a charity, we do what we can to show our teams that we value them and the life-changing work they do, so we offer the following:

• Welcome Bonus:
  Receive a £250 bonus - £50 after 4 weeks of service and £200 after completing 2 months. Not eligible if we pay to sponsor you to work in the UK
• Training and Development:
  We offer access to both in-house and accredited courses. We will cover the cost of your qualification, and on completing Level 2 or above, you ll receive a £150 bonus (with an additional £50 for passing the care certificate).
• Health and Wellbeing Support: offering health and wellbeing support including 24/7 access to GP.
• Blue Light Card and other discount schemes:
  We cover the cost of your card, unlocking various discounts for you. Enjoy discounts on childcare, shopping, and a wide range of online training courses.
• Night Enhancement:
  An additional £1 per hour enhancement for all hours worked between 8pm and 8am, whether regular contracted hours, bank hours, or overtime.
• Free Meals:
  Available to all staff working 12-hour shifts, ensuring you stay energized with a hot or cold meal.
• Refer a Friend:
  You can earn a £200 bonus for referring a friend who successfully joins WCL.
• Christmas Enhancement (Double Time):
  Enjoy double-time pay for allocated Christmas hours worked.
• Ongoing Technological Advancements:
  Benefit from our investment in new technology, including care plans and Rota apps, with full training provided.
• Get Paid As You Earn - With Flex Earn, you don t have to wait for payday. WCL gives you access to a portion of your earnings as soon as you ve worked the hours. It s a great way to stay on top of your finances, cover unexpected costs, or just have a bit more flexibility with your money.