Compassionate Support Worker for Independent Living

SILVER BLUE SERVICES LTD t/a Springday Healthcare; Swansea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Springday Healthcare in Swansea is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide person-centred care and practical support to adults with varying health needs. You will assist with personal care, daily activities, and mobility, promoting independence and dignity while following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

You will collaborate with families and health professionals to ensure consistent, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Compassion, empathy and patience in care.
• Excellent communication and active listening.
• Ability to support personal care and daily activities.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and duty of care.
• Knowledge of confidentiality and respecting dignity.
• Ability to identify and respond to changes in a person's health or wellbeing.
• Good observation and reporting skills.
• Basic record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Understanding of equality, diversity, and person-centered care.
• Reliability, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Ability to follow care plans, policies, and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care, daily living activities, and mobility.
• Administering or supporting medication in line with care plans and policies.
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing.
• Monitoring and reporting changes in physical or mental health.
• Supporting individuals with appointments, activities, and community involvement.
• Maintaining accurate care records and following care plans.
• Safeguarding individuals from abuse, neglect, and harm.
• Working closely with families, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintaining confidentiality and following health, safety, and infection control procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Confidentiality

Observation/reporting

Dignity and respect

Health condition awareness

Problem solving

Time management

Job description

Springday Healthcare in Swansea is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide person-centred care and practical support to adults with varying health needs. You will assist with personal care, daily activities, and mobility, promoting independence and dignity while following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

You will collaborate with families and health professionals to ensure consistent, compassionate care.