Relief Healthcare Support Worker / Portsmouth

AA Euro Recruitment UK; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment company in Portsmouth is seeking experienced Support Workers to provide personal care and assist clients. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and experience working with adults with disabilities. Responsibilities include administering medication, monitoring health changes, and providing companionship. This role offers an opportunity to work with a major social care charity.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or Care certificate.
• One year's experience working with adults with physical & intellectual disabilities.
• Up-to-date Medicines Administration training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance to clients.
• Administer medication according to prescribed schedules.
• Monitor and report changes in clients' health or behavior.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

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Client:

AA Euro Recruitment UK

Location:

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

AA Euro Healthcare is welcoming applications from experienced healthcare professionals.

We are seeking agency relief Support Workers for our well-established clients based in Portsmouth. The suitable candidate will be working for us on behalf of one of the UK's biggest social care charities.

Requirements for this role include:

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or Care certificate
• One year's experience working with adults with physical & intellectual disabilities
• Up-to-date Medicines Administration training
• Up-to-date Safety Intervention training
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care and assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Administer medication according to prescribed schedules
• Assist with mobility and transfers, including heavy lifting when necessary
• Monitor and report changes in clients' health or behavior
• Implement behavior management techniques as needed
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
• Follow care plans and instructions provided by healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided