Support Worker

Active Care Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Support Worker in Birmingham, where you will play a vital role in the rehabilitation of patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a dedicated team that values care, honesty, and empowerment. You'll be involved in supporting patients through their rehabilitation journeys, ensuring they receive the personal care and emotional support they need. With a commitment to professional development and a range of benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Your birthday off

Access to Active Learning Hub

Active Reward App with discounts

Free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Nest Personal Pension scheme

Medicash Health Plan

Recognition through Active Awards

Enhanced sick and maternity pay

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and undergo training.
• A genuine interest in providing person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Support patients by working closely with the Multi-Disciplinary team.
• Focus on patient rehabilitation journeys and empower independence.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Passion for care

Person-centred care

Education

Healthcare experience

Job description

Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4,000+ people — no matter your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

We invite you to join us as a Support Worker at our service, Hunters Moor in Birmingham.

Our team understands that a holistic approach is essential to ensure that those in our care are safe, happy, and healthy. We promote and uphold the values of being caring, honest, proactive, and empowering for those we support.

Hunters Moor accommodates 42 patients requiring neurorehabilitation, which may include complex physical rehabilitation needs.

We have onsite chefs who freshly prepare meals for all residents, ensuring every dish is of the highest quality.

Our physiotherapy gym helps residents regain cognitive abilities and supports their recovery process.

We also have a private, spacious garden where residents can enjoy the outdoors safely and at their leisure.

What you'll be working:

• Days and nights shifts
• Options of 33 or 44 hours per week (3 or 4 long shifts)
• Follow a 2-week rota
• Work every other weekend

What you'll be doing:

• Support patients at Hunters Moor by working closely with the Multi-Disciplinary team to deliver timely and appropriate rehabilitation
• Focus on patient rehabilitation journeys, empowering independence through personal care, health support, community access, and emotional support
• Monitor therapy-led rehabilitation plans aligned with patient outcomes
• Participate in holistic patient management decisions
• Engage with new initiatives within the team to develop your role

What you'll have:

• Willingness to learn and undergo training
• A passion for care
• Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential; training will be provided
• A genuine interest in providing person-centred care
• Successful candidates will need to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process as part of our Disability Confident initiative.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Access to the Active Learning Hub for a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training opportunities
• Active Reward App with discounts on shopping
• Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme for legal, health, and wellbeing support
• Nest Personal Pension scheme
• Medicash Health Plan for you and your family
• Recognition through the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced sick and maternity pay benefits
• Refer a Friend scheme earning up to £1000
• Support and guidance from our clinical and leadership teams to develop your career