Support Care Worker

Catalyst Choices CIC; St Helens; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in St Helens is seeking a compassionate Residential Support Care Worker to join their team. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to individuals, promoting wellbeing, dignity, and independence. Ideal candidates will have empathy, communication skills, and a passion for helping others. The position offers various benefits including healthcare cashback, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Healthcare cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)

Care Friends referral rewards

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life Insurance

Continuous professional development and progression opportunities

25 days holiday including bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care or a related field is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, empathetic nature and a genuine passion for helping others.
• Basic IT skills for documentation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care and support.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meals, and mobility.
• Support individuals to engage in meaningful activities and community life.

Skills

Caring nature

Good communication skills

Team-focused attitude

Job description

Catalyst Choices are seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Care Worker / Care Giver to join our team at Linear Park Care Home in Newton‑le‑Willows area. You’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals with their day‑to‑day needs, promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing. Your role will include building meaningful relationships, planning and supporting engaging activities, and ensuring each person receives personalised care that reflects their choices and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care and support.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meals, and mobility.
• Build trusting relationships with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Support individuals to engage in meaningful activities and community life.
• Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning.
• Work collaboratively with the wider care team and health professionals.

Benefits

• Healthcare cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
• Care Friends referral rewards
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Salary sacrifice schemes – pension, cycle, home, tech, car
• Continuous professional development and progression opportunities
• 25 days holiday including bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care or a related field is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, empathetic nature and a genuine passion for helping others.
• Good communication skills and a team‑focused attitude.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role.
• Basic IT skills for documentation purposes.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations with professionalism.

Safeguarding Requirement

Catalyst Choices commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents and people in our care. The successful applicant must undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.

Application

If you have a passion for care, we encourage you to apply with your CV to join us at [e-mail].