Trosolwg o'r swydd

Are you looking to develop your career in Care and Support Work? 

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Integrated Community Stroke Team. You will benefit from the expertise of Therapists and Nurses, meaning the care plans you follow could involve physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy or nursing goals. 

This role also includes supporting people with improving their independence in washing and dressing and meal preparation as well as other goals that matter to them.

There is lots of opportunity for developing your skills in stroke rehabilitation in this supportive team.

As we do not hold a certificate of sponsorship for these roles, we are unable to accept applications from non-UK residents for this vacancy.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

• To carry out rehabilitation plans as prescribed by registered therapists, in accordance with instructions and recognised training received. 
• Provide assistance to clinical staff in the assessment and treatment of patients in the rehabilitative process
• Follow a prescribed care plan to support service users at home including support with activities of daily living tasks and provision of aids to support independent living
• Practice, reinforce and progress activities of daily living e.g. personal care, dressing, meal preparation etc, as appropriate
• To participate and support in promoting healthy and independent living practices to patients, families and carers.
• To carry out general administrative and non-clinical work to contribute to the functioning of the team such as photocopying, filing, liaison and telephone calls.
• Carry out safe and effective manual handling procedures to support service users to maintain safety throughout interventions.
• To be flexible to meet the demands of the service as a whole across BNSSG, working evenings, weekends and bank holidays where required.
• Participate in regular team meetings and attend other meetings as deemed necessary for role.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health – England’s largest provider of Adult’s and Children’s Community Services and we’d love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days’ annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you’ll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy.