Care and Support Worker

North Yorkshire Council; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking dedicated individuals to support their care services. No prior experience or qualifications are required, as training will be provided. Ideal candidates should be caring, compassionate, and eager to learn. This role offers excellent job satisfaction, work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• No specific experience or qualifications required.
• Caring, compassionate, and eager to learn.
• Ability to deliver vital care and support.

Responsibilities

• Support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
• Deliver vital care and support.
• Participate in employer-provided training.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Willing to learn

Ability to deliver care

Job description

Overview

Our aim is to make care matter, supporting people in North Yorkshire to live longer, healthier, more independent lives, and you can be a key part of this.

You do not need specific experience or qualifications to start your career in care. If you are caring and compassionate and willing to get stuck in, we will have a role for you. To be a success you will be eager to learn and have the ability to deliver vital care and support to those in need. All relevant training and support will often be provided by your employer to support your development and start your career journey in care. If you are interested, most employers offer you the opportunity to study towards social care qualifications such as level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care once you have started in the role.

• Qualifications/experience: No specific experience or qualifications required to start.
• Key attributes: Caring, compassionate, willing to learn, able to deliver vital care and support.
• Training: Employer-provided training to support development; potential study towards Level 2/3 Diploma in Health and Social Care after starting.

The Adult social care is a growing sector offering a wide range of opportunities for progression and roles that are as diverse as the people you could support.

Working in care can be challenging, but it is a career that offers job satisfaction, excellent work life balance, and continued training and development, as well as the chance to make a difference. People who work in the sector can tell you themselves how rewarding a career in care can be.