Job summaryPlease note: Previous applicants need not applyGramer house is a children respite unit who provide respite for child aged 5-19 with learning disabilities and additional health needs based in the north of Warwickshire.We are looking for some caring committed health care support workers to join our dedicated team of nursing and nursing support staff to support the children who come to our service for respite care.some experience of working with children with a learning disability or autism is essential and further training is available.This role is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974 and therefore a clear enhanced DBS is requiredMain duties of the jobTo provide all care for the children receiving respite care including personal care ,cooking dinners and engaging in social activities with the children that are appropriate to their ability and age .working for the organisation you will receive a monthly salary including enhancements for unsocial working ,entitled to join the nhs pensions scheme ,25 days annual leave plus bank holidays in lieu of workingAbout usAt Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.These include:generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with usexcellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much moresalary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and morediscounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemeswellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and morestaff networks and support groupsWe're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesSee attached job description for further information.if interested and want more information please contactJoe HolderNurse Manager at Gramer house for more information 03003741715Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialTo have / willing to work towards NVQ Level 3 - equivalent / relevant experience.Knowledge and SkillsEssentialWilling to undertake training to administer drugsAttend staff development programmes, workshops, training courses as required.Undertake the role of key worker to the children.Understands the importance of different types of communication systems and is willing to participate in relevant training.Shows ability to follow verbal and written instructions.Has an understanding of age appropriate activities and able to engage children in such activitiesExperienceEssentialExperience working in a recognised care settingotherEssentialValid UK Driving licenceDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameCoventry and Warwickshire Partnership TrustAddressGramer HouseOld Farm RoadMancetterCV9 1QNEmployer's websitehttps://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)