Care Support Worker (PMVA) in Lewisham, London

Nursing Direct Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible shifts

Weekend shifts

Training & development

Supportive team

Complex care exposure

Work-life balance

Job summary

Nursing Direct is seeking dedicated Care Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred home care in Lewisham and South London. You will support individuals in their homes, promoting independence, dignity and safety while working within individual care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

The role offers full-time and part-time positions with flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays. Experience in health or social care is essential, with PMVA training desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in health or social care.
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support in clients' homes.
• Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Support daily routines and promote independence.
• Assist with meals, mobility and light household tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Support individuals who display behaviours that challenge using a calm and professional approach.
• Apply PMVA techniques and principles where required, in accordance with training and individual care plans.
• Support medication administration where applicable and within competency.
• Maintain dignity, privacy, comfort and safety.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Health care experience

Challenging behaviour support

Personal care

Empathy

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Safety and person-centred care

Job description

Nursing Direct is recruiting dedicated and compassionate Care Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with complex care and support needs in Lewisham and the wider South London area. The role involves supporting individuals in their own homes, promoting independence, dignity, safety and quality of life.

Employment Opportunities

• Full-time and part-time positions.
• Permanent and temporary opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Weekend and holiday shifts available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support in clients' homes.
• Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Support daily routines and promote independence.
• Assist with meals, mobility and light household tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Support individuals who display behaviours that challenge using a calm and professional approach.
• Apply PMVA techniques and principles where required, in accordance with training and individual care plans.
• Support medication administration where applicable and within competency.
• Maintain dignity, privacy, comfort and safety.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working in health or social care.
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care.

Desirable Requirements

• Current PMVA training and practical experience.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex care needs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of £15.00 per hour.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Weekend and holiday shifts available.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and experienced team.
• Opportunities to develop experience in complex care.
• Improved work-life balance through flexible shifts.

Start Date

Start Date: 10 November 2026.

Eligibility and Compliance

Applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. Candidates must live within commutable distance of Lewisham, London. Nursing Direct does not offer visa sponsorship and cannot accept applications from individuals holding 20-hour Student Visas or Skilled Worker Visas. All applicants must meet mandatory compliance, registration, training and safeguarding requirements.