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Meridian Business Support Ltd; Hawton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Business Support is hiring a dedicated Support Worker for a day centre in Stoke-on-Trent. You will provide hands-on support, assist with personal care, and help service users participate in activities in indoor and outdoor settings.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) and prior care experience. You’ll work Monday to Friday, 8:50 AM to 4:30 PM, delivering compassionate, person-centred care within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is essential.
• Previous experience in a care or support work setting.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, patient and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to participate and fully engage in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Support service users on days out and activities within the local community.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Assist with food and support service users with eating.
• Support individuals with specialist requirements, including PEG feeding where required.
• Use mobility aids and equipment to safely support, lift and move service users.
• Carry out duties delegated by the Manager or Team Leader within your skills and competence.
• Promote independence, dignity and choice at all times.

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:50 AM - 4:30 PM

Job Type: Full-Time

We are looking for a Support Worker with an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) to join a day centre in Stoke.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals to participate and fully engage in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Support service users on days out and activities within the local community.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Assist with food and support service users with eating.
• Support individuals with specialist requirements, including PEG feeding where required.
• Use mobility aids and equipment to safely support, lift and move service users.
• Carry out duties delegated by the Manager or Team Leader within your skills and competence.
• Promote independence, dignity and choice at all times.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) – essential.
• Previous experience in a care or support work setting.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, patient and reliable approach.
• Female candidates preferred.

Company: Meridian Business Support

Salary: £15 to £15 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8DU

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 24 Sept 2026

Closing date: 23 Oct 2026

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