Bank Support Worker

Vane Hill Care Home; Torquay; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home in Torquay is seeking a Bank Support Worker to join their dedicated team. This role involves assisting residents with daily routines, promoting independence, and ensuring their overall health and happiness. Candidates should ideally have experience as a Care Assistant and a passion for caring for the elderly. The position offers a competitive pay of £12.21 per hour, and various benefits including pension and paid annual leave. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Pension

Uniform Provided

Paid Annual Leave

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant is preferred.
• Genuine interest in caring for the elderly.
• Strong sense of integrity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with their daily routines and promote independence.
• Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan.
• Communicate health concerns to appropriate staff members.
• Uphold dignity and respect for each resident.
• Encourage social interactions among residents.
• Maintain clean and safe living spaces.
• Assist residents with their nutritional needs.
• Bring joy to residents’ lives.

Skills

Experience as a Care Assistant

Passion for caring for the elderly

Teamwork

Education

SVQ / NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Bank Support Worker

Care and Support - Vane Hill Care Home

Contract : Bank

Salary : £12.21 Per Hour

Shift Type : Mixed - Days & Nights

Contracted hours : 0

Vane Hill is a pair of grand Victorian houses overlooking the harbour in Torquay, offering breathtaking views across Torbay. This tranquil hilltop home provides specialist support for individuals with mental health conditions, including Korsakoff’s syndrome and Alcohol-Related Brain Damage, fostering independence for up to 32 residents.

At our home, you’ll be a key person responsible in helping us achieve an excellent standard of care to our residents - You’ll be an integral part of our care team to promote the values and ethos of our home.

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in our close-knit care team, ensuring our residents receive exceptional care and support. You’ll help them with their daily routines, promote independence, and ensure their overall health and happiness are prioritized every day.

What You’ll Do

• Empower Independence : Assist residents with their daily routines, from getting dressed to staying active, while encouraging them to make positive choices and remain as independent as possible.
• Personalised Care : Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan, providing hands‑on help and thoughtful attention to their individual needs.
• Health and Wellbeing : Keep a close eye on residents’ health, communicating any concerns to the Nurse or Clinical Deputy Manager, and helping with calls to relatives or healthcare professionals.
• Champion Dignity : Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.
• Social Support : Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Safety and Comfort : Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.
• Nutritional Support : Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
• Spread Smiles : Above all, bring joy to our residents’ lives and make them smile every day.

About You

• Qualifications : SVQ / NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred.
• Experience : Ideally, you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant, but we welcome those with a passion for care and transferable skills.
• Passion : You’re genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
• Values : You bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family‑owned care group operating close to 80 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

If you’re ready to bring your dedication and passion for care to a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV to our recruitment team and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Support Worker.

Contract Details

• Pension (subject to auto‑enrolment conditions)
• Uniform Provided
• Paid Annual Leave