Healthcare Support Worker

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK Care Service Provider is looking for a compassionate Health Care Support Worker to assist individuals with daily tasks, administer medication, and provide emotional support. Ideal candidates will have experience with Autism and sensory communication needs. The role offers excellent pay rates, free mandatory training, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

Free Mandatory training

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings such as home care for individuals with Autism and complex needs.
• Ability to support personal care and emotional regulation.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily tasks including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
• Administer medication as prescribed.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with Autism

Calm and empathetic demeanor

Understanding of sensory needs

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate Health Care Support Worker, to provide essential assistance and support to individuals in need. The ideal candidate will have experience in various care settings such as home care supporting a young person with Autism, TICs, Anxiety and complex sensory communication needs.

Responsibilities:
• Assist clients with daily tasks including personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation
• Administer medication following prescribed schedules
• Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals under your care

Skills Required:
• Strong communication skills and a caring demeanour are essential for this role
• Engaging with various activities prescribed by physio and other therapist
• Providing calm, consistent support
• Helping with personal care, daily activities, and emotional regulation
• Understanding sensory needs and adapting accordingly
• Experience with Autism, Tics, or complex behavioural needs is essential
• Calm, empathetic, and observant, with a strong understanding of neurodiversity
• Ideally has experience with PICA, anxiety disorders, and non-verbal or minimally verbal communication

What we offer:
• Excellent pay rates
• Free Mandatory training
• 100% free registration
• We're on hand 24/7 to deal with any queries
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Working with or being trained and mentored by nurses

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for helping others, we invite you to apply for this rewarding Caregiver position.