Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Support Worker
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Epsom, New Hampshire, us, 03234
Support Worker
Closing date: 19 January 2026
Derby House is a purpose‑built bungalow and is home to six ladies with learning disability, autism spectrum disorder, mental health needs, sensory impairment and epilepsy. We provide a therapeutic approach within a relaxing, homely environment.
We are looking for support staff who can help the ladies lead independent lives, placing them at the centre of their care and supporting them to achieve wonderful outcomes.
You will be part of a professional team supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and complex health needs in the services they access and their wider community. You will work closely with relatives, carers, friends, advocates, colleagues and other professionals. Your role is a key part of delivering a consistently high‑quality, safe, person‑centred service that encourages individuals to be as independent as possible and to enjoy a good quality of life in an environment of dignity, compassion and respect.
Main duties of the job
Support people using our services in line with their individual care plan to promote as much independence as possible.
Assist with all aspects of personal care (supporting continence needs, showering, bathing etc.) in accordance with the individual's support needs.
Participate in ongoing monitoring of the health (mental and physical) and behaviour of people using the service.
Report and record all relevant information and report to Shift Leader any changes in the person.
Act as a keyworker for named individuals within the service.
Support an active and enjoyable lifestyle of individuals, encouraging a range of leisure and social interests. Provide support on holidays as identified in their person‑centred plans.
Provide person‑centred support as identified within the care plan ensuring respect, privacy and dignity at all times.
Help maintain and develop relationships between individuals and their families, friends and significant others.
Support the ladies to prepare drinks and meals, food shopping and eating meals while following any relevant guidelines.
About us Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill‑health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire.
We provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.
We actively engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population, working closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations.
Surrey is a beautiful county just 30 minutes from Central London and the South Coast. Our historic market towns, bustling districts and excellent road and rail networks make the region accessible.
Person specification
Qualifications:
Care Certificate or willingness to complete within 12 weeks of starting the role. NVQ level 2.
Experience:
Caring for someone (work or family member). Working with people with learning disability in a care home or day service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
Employer name Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
£25,768 a year, inclusive of 5% Fringe HCAS, pro rata.
Additional information Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Please note if the role has been advertised as a Home Working Contract Only – eligibility to high‑cost area supplement is conditional upon candidate's residence and will be discussed on offer.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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Derby House is a purpose‑built bungalow and is home to six ladies with learning disability, autism spectrum disorder, mental health needs, sensory impairment and epilepsy. We provide a therapeutic approach within a relaxing, homely environment.
We are looking for support staff who can help the ladies lead independent lives, placing them at the centre of their care and supporting them to achieve wonderful outcomes.
You will be part of a professional team supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and complex health needs in the services they access and their wider community. You will work closely with relatives, carers, friends, advocates, colleagues and other professionals. Your role is a key part of delivering a consistently high‑quality, safe, person‑centred service that encourages individuals to be as independent as possible and to enjoy a good quality of life in an environment of dignity, compassion and respect.
Main duties of the job
Support people using our services in line with their individual care plan to promote as much independence as possible.
Assist with all aspects of personal care (supporting continence needs, showering, bathing etc.) in accordance with the individual's support needs.
Participate in ongoing monitoring of the health (mental and physical) and behaviour of people using the service.
Report and record all relevant information and report to Shift Leader any changes in the person.
Act as a keyworker for named individuals within the service.
Support an active and enjoyable lifestyle of individuals, encouraging a range of leisure and social interests. Provide support on holidays as identified in their person‑centred plans.
Provide person‑centred support as identified within the care plan ensuring respect, privacy and dignity at all times.
Help maintain and develop relationships between individuals and their families, friends and significant others.
Support the ladies to prepare drinks and meals, food shopping and eating meals while following any relevant guidelines.
About us Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill‑health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire.
We provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.
We actively engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population, working closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations.
Surrey is a beautiful county just 30 minutes from Central London and the South Coast. Our historic market towns, bustling districts and excellent road and rail networks make the region accessible.
Person specification
Qualifications:
Care Certificate or willingness to complete within 12 weeks of starting the role. NVQ level 2.
Experience:
Caring for someone (work or family member). Working with people with learning disability in a care home or day service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
Employer name Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
£25,768 a year, inclusive of 5% Fringe HCAS, pro rata.
Additional information Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Please note if the role has been advertised as a Home Working Contract Only – eligibility to high‑cost area supplement is conditional upon candidate's residence and will be discussed on offer.
We look forward to receiving your application!
#J-18808-Ljbffr