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CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction & training

Bank holiday pay

Employee recognition awards

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS costs

Long-service rewards

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is assisting an Ipswich area nursing home to hire a Support Worker. The role provides care to residents in a general, dementia, and respite setting, with emphasis on dignity and independence.

The position is full-time (36 hours/week) with a salary of £12.80–£13.45 per hour. Benefits include induction, bank-holiday enhancements, and recognition schemes within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience in care for elderly or similar setting beneficial.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents.
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship.
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities.
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times.

Skills

Care for others

Team player

Verbal & written communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

An excellent job opportunity has arisen for a motivated Support Worker to work in an amazing nursing home based in the Ipswich area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

This nursing home specialises in general & dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as ‘Good' by CQC

**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent**

As a Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others,
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.80 - £13.45 per hour - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week on a mix of shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and company’s Care Awards)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

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