Support Worker

Aylesbury Supported Living Service; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Higher rates of pay at weekends

Workplace pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Care Worker Charity membership

Blue Light Card and My Rewards

Job summary

Aylesbury Supported Living Service in Bourton Road, Aylesbury, is seeking a dedicated Support Worker. You will assist residents with daily routines and personal care, provide companionship and help with activities, and carry out light household duties to keep environments clean and comfortable.

You’ll be a positive role model with strong communication and teamwork skills, supporting residents in a nurturing, engaging environment while contributing to their overall happiness and independence.

Qualifications

• Ideally with, or willing to work towards, a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Proven track record in elderly care and commitment to high quality care standards.

Responsibilities

• Help residents with daily routines and personal care.
• Provide companionship and join in activities to support well‑being.
• Carry out light household duties to keep rooms and homes tidy.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Aylesbury Supported Living - Bourton Road

Pay rate: £13.45

Contracted hours: 0

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Support Workers make a real difference to our residents every day; whether it’s helping them with their daily routines or personal care, providing companionship or joining in with the vast array of fun activities that take place in our homes, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring they are leading happy and fulfilled lives. You’ll also carry out light household duties to ensure that the household and resident’s rooms are kept clean and tidy, involving them where it’s appropriate to do so. You’ll understand that some days might be challenging, but you’ll also laugh, have fun and make lasting memories with our residents.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1, years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £ for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

Ideally with, or willing to work towards, a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), you’ll have a proven track record in elderly care and a commitment to providing high quality care standards for older people.

You’ll be a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. You’ll be keen to learn and will want to excel at your job at all times, so we’ll provide all the support you need to start your career with us - all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.