Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Basildon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend scheme

Stream app

Paid training

Career development

Job summary

National Care Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist young adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in Basildon/Wickford and surrounding areas. You will support daily living, accompany activities in the community, and provide care at home, including practical tasks and medication support.

You will work a mix of early/late shifts, with weekend work as needed, and benefit from paid training, progression opportunities, and an inclusive, wellbeing-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Caring attitude and a genuine desire to support others.
• Team player with the ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Resilience to cope with challenging times and seek support when needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and planning goals together.
• Plan daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and errands.
• Assist with personal care, including eating and administering medication.
• Plan and participate in activities and days out to promote independence.
• Help individuals become more independent wherever possible.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Listening skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Pay rate £13.01 per hour. £27,060.80 based on 40 hours per week.

Working Hours: Full Time up to 40 hours per week

Service: Nexus Support Limited - Wickford/Basildon

The opportunity to earn £600.00 through a Refer a Friend scheme.

*PLEASE NOTE - A FULL UK DRIVERS LICENCE IS NEEDED TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ROLE*

Nexus Support Limited is a specialist provider working alongside people with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Complex Needs aged between 16 and 45, and their families in the South Essex area. Covering - Basildon, Castle Point, Chelmsford, Southend.

Days are spent supporting people to live a life meaningful to them. We provide opportunities to grow, develop new skills and to explore and enjoy new and established interests and experiences. This may include activities such as swimming, exercising, Health & Beauty and any preferred activities that individuals may wish to participate in within community settings and within their own homes.

When not out and about staff are on hand for chats and advice to help when times become challenging.

You will need to be available to work for a minimum of two shifts per week supporting the person at home and within the community. Shifts patterns include earlies, lates, sleep in and alternate weekends.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker

You will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes-challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.
• You will help to plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and running errands.
• You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• You will help to plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy.
• You will make a positive impact on someone's life by supporting them to become more independent wherever possible.

What qualities do you need to be a great support worker?

• A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to see them achieve goals.
• A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues.
• Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within.
• You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture.
• The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy.
• The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to an app called Stream enabling greater control over your finances.

At National Care Group, is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set,

NCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and all colleagues working with these groups are expected to share a commitment to this. You will be expected to report any concerns relating to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults in accordance with agreed procedures. If your own conduct in relation to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults gives cause for concern, National Care Group agreed protection procedures will be followed.