Care Home Support Worker

Kingsley Healthcare (Ds) Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join their dedicated team in Liverpool. This role is vital for ensuring the personal care needs of residents are met while fostering their dignity and independence. You will be part of a supportive environment that values staff wellbeing, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. With a strong ethos of care, this position offers a fulfilling chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents. If you possess a caring nature and excellent communication skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and development

Supportive team environment

Real Living Wage employer

High staff wellbeing focus

Qualifications

• Caring and patient nature is essential for this role.
• Excellent communication skills are needed to support residents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain personal care needs of residents while promoting their independence.
• Ensure high standards of care services and assist in daily activities.

Skills

Caring nature

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Experience as a carer

Job description

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

Role Overview

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a focused team in maintaining the personal care needs of our residents, respecting their dignity and promoting their independence at all times. You will also ensure that our care services are of a consistently high standard and help in caring for our residents, and undertake other general day-to-day activities in our home.

Reports to: Nurse/Senior Support Worker

This role could be for you if you have:

1. A caring and patient nature.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. The ability to work well under pressure.
4. Previous experience as a carer is preferred, but not essential.

What will you get from the role?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.