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Job overview
Ashby House is a Nurse led health-based respite unit for adults with a learning disability and a complex health need and/or complex behaviours. We operate on a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week basis.
We are a 7 bed unit which is purpose built to accommodate the needs of the individuals that attend the service, based in the Nuneaton countryside.
We also provide a health based day service, The Lodge, which is situated on the same site.
The individuals that attend both services present with a wide range of cognitive and physical disabilities and require support with aspects of daily living- including social activities and managing health conditions. We strive as a service to promote independence and the rights of individuals and ensure that meeting an individual’s needs is our main priority.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant must be a well-motivated and enthusiastic individual, who is passionate about person centred and holistic care and contributing towards improved health outcomes for adults with a learning disability.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Essential Requirements:
- Applicants must have experience of working in a care setting with service users with a learning disability.
- Car owner / driver essential.
- You must have patience, good interpersonal skills and consider clients’ needs to be your first priority.
- NVQ in health and Social Care or equivalent.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Must hold a full driving licence
Experience
Essential
- Must have experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities / working in a care environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Have already achieved NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or will achieve it within an agreed period.
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This advert is for Health Care Assistant - Band 3 with Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust in Coventry, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 Per Annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Jul 2026.
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