Care Support Worker: Full Training & Flexible Hours

The Methodist Church in Britain; Maryport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full, paid training

Ongoing development

Job summary

Parkside Residential Home, a care home for older adults run by Cumberland Council, offers a Support Worker role focused on daily assistance, emotional reassurance and promoting independence. Training is provided and hours vary from zero to 28 weekly, with a 12-month fixed-term option.

No prior qualifications are needed, but a DBS check with the adults barred list is required. Responsibilities include emotional support, personal care, aiding with medications, and encouraging activity and social

Qualifications

• No prior experience or qualifications required.
• Full paid training provided.
• Enhanced DBS check with adults barred list required.
• Not barred from working in regulated activity with adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional reassurance to residents.
• Support people with personal care.
• Assist with medications as directed.
• Encourage residents to stay active, independent and engaged.
• Help residents live the life they choose, building genuine connections.

Job description

Parkside Residential Home, a care home for older adults run by Cumberland Council, offers a Support Worker role focused on daily assistance, emotional reassurance and promoting independence. Training is provided and hours vary from zero to 28 weekly, with a 12-month fixed-term option.

No prior qualifications are needed, but a DBS check with the adults barred list is required. Responsibilities include emotional support, personal care, aiding with medications, and encouraging activity and social