Here at Dalesview we have a new opportunity not to be missed! We are looking for a part time Activity Care Worker to join our Lifestyle activity team based in Clayton-Le-Woods. In return we are offering a competitive hourly rate of £13.64 - £14.52 per hour, dependant on qualifications. You will be required to work 20 hours a week and will be required to travel between our services in Clayton Le Woods, Chorley and Leyland plus activity centres to carry out your duties.
Dalesview has been established for over 30 years and holds an Investors in People gold award. We provide specialist supported living and residential services for adults with severe learning and physical disabilities.
At Dalesview much effort, thought and hard work goes into doing something that is really very simple. That is enabling people to have the most fulfilling lives possible; supported with respect, caring attitudes and understanding. This includes enabling them to enjoy activities such as swimming, cycling, carriage riding, yoga and much more.
Benefits of becoming our Activity Care Worker :
- On-site parking
- Casual dress
- Training is provided with opportunity for future progression
- Recommendation bonus
- Eligible for Blue Light Card
- Opportunity for overtime
Key duties of our Activity Care Worker:
- Helping to develop and run activity sessions both large and small including sensory drama, music, art/craft, gardening, hydro, and sensory story.
- Monitoring activities and ensuring appropriate records are completed including writing detailed reviews.
- Supporting and training staff during activity sessions.
- Organising and maintaining activity equipment.
- Attending signing group and other communication meetings where required.
Our ideal Activity Care Worker will have:
- Knowledge of and ability to understand the needs of people with severe learning disabilities, including communication needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of person-centred approach to care.
- Knowledge and understanding of autism.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a team.
- Good literacy and organisational skills with a flexible and creative approach.
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is preferable.
- Full drivers licence would be desirable.
If you have the skills and experience that we're looking for then please click ‘Apply' now to find out more about our Activity Care Worker position.
Please note that a DBS check will be required. It's a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e. adults at risk, children or both).
Dalesview Partnership Ltd is disability confident committed.
Due to the large volume of applications Dalesview receive, we cannot always respond to each applicant. If you do not hear from us within 3 weeks of application please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.