About this role
Job summary Be part of making lives better as a Support Worker at Ormesby House in West Hill, Oxted, Surrey, and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. Use your knowledge, experience, and caring nature to make a positive difference to the lives of people with Mental Health conditions. Youll be looked after, with a fulfilling career where youre valued, recognised, and supported, with colleagues there for you and a culture built on kindness and teamwork. Theres also a range of training and development options available to help you achieve your career aspirations, allowing you to grow and succeed as a Support Worker and beyond. What you will be doing You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with a range of Mental Health conditions, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recovery pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life. Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene.
Main duties of the job As a Female Driver Support Worker at Elysium Healthcare, you'll join a dedicated team at Ormesby House in Oxted, Surrey. You'll use your knowledge and empathy to positively impact individuals with mental health conditions. Your role involves working in a supportive team, engaging in day-to-day responsibilities such as participating in ward rounds, analyzing behaviors, updating patient records, and offering personal care, contributing significantly to the improvement of residents' lives. The position requires a UK driver's license, as it includes transporting residents for activities. Emphasizing kindness, teamwork, and ongoing training, the role is rewarding yet demands resilience and compassion. This temporary role spans a full-time 35-hour week, operating on 7-hour shifts from 7am-10pm, including alternate weekends.
About us Elysium Healthcare operates across England and Wales, specializing in diverse healthcare services including Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, and Autism. With more than 8,000 employees, Elysium is celebrated for its unique care delivery and expansive network, making it a prominent player in the healthcare industry. Ormesby House, part of this network, caters to individuals with varied mental health and complex needs, providing a comprehensive residential service. Situated in Oxted, Surrey, Ormesby House features modern amenities, communal spaces, and an inclusive environment. Elysium Healthcare, linked with Ramsay Health Care, extends its influence globally with operations in 10 countries, emphasizing supportive and inclusive recruitment practices aligned with safer recruitment standards.
Job description Job responsibilities
Be part of making lives better as a Support Worker at Ormesby House in West Hill, Oxted, Surrey, and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
Use your knowledge, experience, and caring nature to make a positive difference to the lives of people with Mental Health conditions.
You’ll be looked after, with a fulfilling career where you’re valued, recognised, and supported, with colleagues there for you and a culture built on kindness and teamwork.
There’s also a range of training and development options available to help you achieve your career aspirations, allowing you to grow and succeed as a Support Worker and beyond.
What you will be doing You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with a range of Mental Health conditions, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life.
Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene.
It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. But it is hugely rewarding to see people improve because of your involvement, knowing that you’ve made someone’s life better.
This is a permanent, 35 hours a week, full-time contract. Will be working on 7 hours shifts, or compressed shifts, between the hours of 7am and 10pm, including every other weekend shift on rota.
The vacancy requires female candidates who can drive and hold the UK drivers licence, also must be able to use the house vehicle and drive the residents for activities. This is to support the female residents in the most efficient manner. Where you will be working:
Location: Ormesby House, West Hill, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 9JB
Ormesby House provides a specialist residential service for all gender identities who have a learning disability, or who are autistic, and have behaviours which, due to their diagnosis may be of concern/distress. Residents may also have profound and multiple communication difficulties, sensory impairments and physical health problems. As well as supporting individuals who have a learning disability, who are autistic, we are specialists in working with additional complex needs. The service is staffed 24 hours a day by a dedicated team of Support Workers, led by an experienced Registered Manager. Ormesby House is situated in Oxted, Surrey and provides ten en-suite bedrooms, communal lounges and a sunroom along with a fully enclosed garden. Oxted is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many local shops, restaurants, and cafes. The town also has a number of parks and green spaces. In addition, there are many local sports clubs and facilities. What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £23,860.20 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
The role requires a valid UK driver's license as candidates must be able to drive residents using house vehicles. The position also emphasizes personal attributes such as compassion, resilience, and a positive attitude to handle the sometimes challenging environment while offering care to individuals with mental health and complex needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Oxted
RH8 9JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)