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 recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life. Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accord
Main duties of the job As a Female Driver Support Worker at Elysium Healthcare, you'll be making a substantial difference in the lives of individuals dealing with mental health conditions. Stationed at Ormesby House in Oxted, Surrey, you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing excellent healthcare services. Your role includes participating in ward rounds, observing and noting patients' behaviours, and offering direct care which may involve aiding with personal hygiene tasks. The job requires a positive attitude and resilience as challenges may arise; however, the rewards include seeing the patients improve under your care. The position is full-time with 35 hours a week, and you will also need to work every other weekend. Applicants must hold a UK driver's license since you'll be using the house vehicle to drive residents to appointments and activities. The position aims to provide the best support to female residents, enhancing their quality of life through effective services. It promises respect, recognition, and support for the right candidate, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.
About us Elysium Healthcare is a key player in the UK health sector with over 8,000 employees dedicated to enhancing the quality of care in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, among other fields. The company's extensive network spans over 80 services across England and Wales. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium is linked into a global framework present in 10 nations with a workforce exceeding 86,000 individuals. Elysium is renowned for its innovative approach to care and career development, creating numerous opportunities for growth and mobility within the organization's various services. Elysium is committed to inclusivity and accessibility in recruitment, being a Disability Confident employer and ensuring the welfare of service users as a priority. A commitment reflected through their adherence to the necessary processes and DBS checks, making it an organization where both employees and clients can learn and thrive.
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 vacancy requires female candidates who can drive and hold a UK drivers license, capable of using the house vehicle to drive residents to various activities. Applicants should possess a caring nature and have previous experience or knowledge in mental health care. A positive attitude, compassion, resilience, and vigilance are essential qualities for dealing with potentially challenging environments. Training and development options are available for career aspirations within the role.
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)