Relief Support Worker

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A care and support organization is seeking a warm and reliable Relief Support Worker in Blackburn. This role involves providing personal care, administering medication, and assisting with activities for residents with learning disabilities. Ideal candidates will have experience in care, with the flexibility to work shifts that accommodate personal commitments. A valid driving licence is a plus. The role promotes inclusivity and offers a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Twelve months of previous experience in a care role is essential.
• Successful applicants must attend mandatory induction training courses.
• A valid driving licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and administer medication.
• Assist with domestic tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Encourage service users to participate in social activities.

Skills

Warmth and reliability

Effective communication

Relationship building

Job description

Creative Support is seeking a warm, reliable, and proactive Relief Support Worker to join our passionate team in Blackburn, Lancashire. Our vibrant service provides quality care and support to residents with learning disabilities and other support needs. Each day is different as we help our service users engage in activities like exercising, gardening, baking and arts and crafts.

In this role you will provide personal care, administer medication and assist with domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. You will also encourage service users to participate in social activities and develop warm, trusting relationships with them and their families.

This flexible position allows you to pick up shifts that suit your schedule, making it ideal for fitting around personal commitments, study or caring responsibilities. You will be paid on a weekly basis.

Twelve months previous experience in a care role is essential. Successful applicants must attend mandatory induction training courses. A valid driving licence is desirable.

Vacancy Reference Number: 79992
Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.