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Job Context
Location: London, England, UK Salary: [Insert Salary Range - £22,000 - £26,000 per annum, pro rata for part-time] Hours: Full-time/Part-time [ 37.5 hours per week, various shifts including evenings and weekends]
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in people's lives?
At Obiconsult, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care that truly enhances the well-being of individuals needing extra support across Blackpool and the surrounding areas. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and empathetic Health Support Workers to join our growing team.
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Job Responsibility
As a Health Support Worker with Obiconsult, you will play a vital role in supporting our clients to live as independently and comfortably as possible, whether in their own homes or within a care facility. Your work will be varied and rewarding, contributing directly to the health, happiness, and dignity of those in your care.
Key Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Assisting clients with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, and grooming.
- Supporting with mobility, transfers, and safe movement.
- Helping with medication reminders and simple health monitoring (e.g., taking observations like temperature, pulse, and respiration).
- Assisting with meal preparation and feeding.
- Providing companionship and engaging clients in social and recreational activities.
- Supporting clients to attend appointments and access the community.
- Performing light domestic duties to maintain a clean and comfortable environment.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records.
- Communicating effectively with clients, their families, and the wider care team, reporting any changes or concerns to senior staff.
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Educational Requirement
Essential Requirements:
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- A caring and patient nature.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training and continuous professional development.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, which may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends (depending on client needs).
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable (but not essential):
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Previous experience in a care, health, or support worker role.
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
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Experience Requirement
Who We're Looking For:
We are looking for individuals with a genuine desire to help others and a compassionate, respectful approach. While previous experience in a care setting is beneficial, it is not always essential as full training will be provided. More importantly, we seek candidates who embody our core values:
- Compassionate & Dignified: You treat every individual with empathy, respect, and uphold their dignity at all times.
- Reliable & Trustworthy: You are punctual, dependable, and committed to your responsibilities.
- Excellent Communicator: You can listen actively, communicate clearly, and build positive relationships.
- Adaptable & Proactive: You can respond to changing needs and take initiative where appropriate.
- Team Player: You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
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Additional Requirement
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Others Benefits