Health Care Support Worker

Shire Healthcare; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist support provider near Hitchin is seeking a Support Worker to assist adults with complex health needs. This permanent position offers a salary of £13.76 - £14.09 per hour, with enhancements for weekends and overtime. The role requires a driving license but no prior experience, making it ideal for those starting their careers. You'll support service users in daily living and ensure their well-being. Enjoy 35 days of annual leave and a clear path for progression.

Benefits

Annual leave of 35 days

Clear progression pathway

Weekend and overtime enhancements

Qualifications

• Driving license is a must.
• Previous experience is not essential; nurturing support is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support service users per their individual support plans.
• Commit to safeguarding adults and report any concerns.
• Complete all required documentation accurately.
• Assist service users in living actively, healthily, and independently.
• Attend mandatory training and supervision.
• Aid in daily living activities like shopping and cooking.

Job description

We are supporting a specialist provider based 5 miles outside of Hitchin, Hertfordshire with their permanent recruitment.

We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to adults presenting with complex health needs and acquired brain injuries.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £13.76 - £14.09 per hour + £15.15 for any hours worked on weekends or as additional overtime.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.

Shift times: 7 : 45am – 8 : 45pm

Unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship.

DRIVING LICENSE IS A MUST!

Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Support Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

Responsibilities

• Support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person‑centred support plans.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Safeguarding of Adults and to recognise and report any disclosure, suspicion or evidence of harm, risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.
• Accurately complete documentation that forms part of their support plans and notes.
• Support the service users in staying active, healthy, and as independent as possible.
• Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.
• Support people in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.

Benefits

• Annual leave of 35 days plus.
• Good clear progression pathway.
• Weekend and overtime enhancements.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson.

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