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Aquatics Assistant Job Type Term Time, Permanent Location: Lewes Salary: £17,550 - £19,187.39 per annum Hours: 32.5 hours per week Our clients Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families. The Role The Aquatics Assistant will facilitate the delivery of our Aquatics programmes (designed by the physiotherapy team at Chailey Heritage Clinical Services) and Aquatics sessions/ operations as part of the school day. You will provide high standards of delivery, personal care and safety and contribute to supporting our young people achieve their potential. Key Responsibilities Offer support and instruction to our Young People (YP) of differing age groups, needs and ability. Evaluate learning outcomes of sessions against Aquatic Curriculum objectives and maintain accurate records of achievements. Carry out assessments for recognition of the Chailey Aquatics Awards Scheme. When aquatic sessions are unable to take place, work alongside Education Assistants and lead a suitable physical activity as an alternative. Be aware of the health and medical needs of the YP, following necessary training, with all interventions required to care for the pupils in a holistic manner to maintain their everyday health care needs. Assisting the Young Person (YP) to get ready for swimming. Assisting the Young Person (YP) to shower after their session and to support them to get changed and prepared for their next class at School or back home. Be aware of the manual handling risk assessments for YP, ensuring all volunteers, poolside staff and Education Assistants are aware of individual pupils needs. Liaise with nursing staff about the individual health needs of pupils. Ensure daily poolside safety controls, in accordance with Pool Safety Operating Procedures. Follow all other health and safety protocols that you can find in the job description daily, to ensure the safety of the young people and colleagues using the facilities. Skills and Qualifications Previous experience within a care setting or working with people with disabilities or complex needs Must be a strong swimmer and have the appropriate level of fitness required to maintain the National Pool Lifeguard Jump/dive into deep water Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water Tread water for 30 seconds Surface dive to the floor of the pool Climb out unaided without ladder/steps and where the pool design permits Has a Nation Pool Lifeguard Qualification or willing to work towards one. Good awareness of Health and Safety responsibilities. Ability to work under pressure and use your own initiative when required. Good team work attitude Has a passion for aquatics and supporting young people and adults in hydrotherapy and providing high quality of self-care. Good communication skills Benefits Discount facilities Enhanced Pension Scheme Healthcare Cashplan Cycle to Work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellbeing Centre Death in Service benefit Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities Onsite Caf Free parking. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application. The Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
Do you want to work for one of the leading home care providers in the UK? Are you a driven and passionate person who wants to make a real difference in your local community? Are you looking to build and lead a successful domiciliary care office? Caremark Lewes and Wealden North, is currently searching for an experienced Care Manager to join our growing office, based in Newhaven. You'll have a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and experience to become a best-in-class care provider, building from the ground up, with an excellent support structure from a leading care provider behind you. The Support As this is a fairly new CQC registered office, there will be variety in your day-to-day responsibilities, giving you a great opportunity to guide the organisation for the future. You will be working with and supported by the business owner, plus a dedicated Quality Manager and Regional Support Manager, as well as a wider central support team including HR, Recruitment, Training & Compliance, and IT/Rostering. The Role As the Care Manager you will be responsible for: Day-to-day management of the office including recruiting and managing your team Ensuring compliance with CQC Regulations, Legislation, and Industry Standards Being the initial point of contact with new and existing customers, local authorities, and outside agencies Support business growth, using marketing and recruitment strategies to help increase customers and staff Help in the design and delivery of in-house training courses Benefits Competitive salary between £34,000 - £36,000 Annual Bonus based upon business performance 28 days paid holiday (incl. bank holidays) Free on-site parking Staff referral bonus scheme Work laptop Pension contribution Company social events Extensive support and training within the Caremark network About you You'll be great for this role if you have previously been a Care Manager of a home care service, have NVQ Level 4/5 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and are looking to join a growing and engaging business, focused on providing the best home care services across the area. Your integrity, honesty and passion will be vital in helping the business and your team develop, you will possess strong management skills and be well-organised. As we grow, we will look to you to help build our service offering, giving you a great opportunity to use your experience to help support our community. About us Caremark Lewes & Wealden North is a home care company with excellent standards, excellent people, and excellent success stories. We provide care in the home for people from all walks of life, enabling them to stay in the safety and comfort of their own home and community. Caremark is a growing, forward-thinking organisation who are making sure our staff are always supported. Caremark are very proud to be an equal opportunities employer, with a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are the Mark of EXCELLENT Care
Support Worker Job Type Full Time, Permanent Location Chailey Salary £24,960 - £27,289 Hours: Shift work (They can offer between 14 hours and 40 hours per week) The Role The Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families. Key Responsibilities Safeguarding - understanding all aspects of safeguarding, with an emphasis on what this means for children and young people with disabilities. Eating and drinking - supporting how different children and young people can be helped to eat and drink safely. Medicines - ensuring that the children and young people you work with receive the correct medicine at the right time. Manual handling - using a range of equipment with the children and young people, while keeping them and yourself safe. Intimate care - ensuring that the children and young people's hygiene needs are taken care of safely and with dignity Powered mobility - using powered wheelchairs and other equipment safely and encouraging the children and young people to learn to drive. You'll have the pleasure of attending a variety of days out and participate in fun activities with our children and young people. Epilepsy - safely managing children and young people who have seizures, and what to do in an emergency. Skills and Qualifications A basic understanding of the care and support needs of people with physical disabilities and respecting them as individuals Ability to see the person, not the disability, with a positive attitude towards diversity in general. Empathy and a genuine passion to help others and the capacity to find unique ways to build rewarding relationships with the young people here. Ability to support children and young adults to participate in a range of activities. Good basic understanding of Maths, English, and IT NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) or willingness to undertake training to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Willing to attend specific training and confidently set up gastrostomy feeds for children and young adults. Willing to work shift patterns including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Benefits Discount facilities. Enhanced Pension Scheme Healthcare Cashplan Cycle to Work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellbeing Centre Death in Service benefit Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities Onsite Caf Free parking To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application. Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.