Support Worker

Calvic Enterprises Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and vibrant team dedicated to providing high-quality care to vulnerable adults and children in Birmingham. This role as a support worker involves delivering person-centred care, assisting with medication administration, meal preparation, budgeting, and companionship. With flexible working hours and a competitive salary, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support. The company values personal development, offering training and qualifications in health and social care. If you are ready for a rewarding career in care, apply today and become part of an award-winning team with a strong reputation for excellence.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Enhanced Weekend Pay

Full Training Provided

Support for DBS Application

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are essential for this role.
• External qualifications in health and social care are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to individuals in a semi-independent service.
• Administer medication and support with meal preparation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassionate Care

Medication Administration

Meal Preparation

Budgeting Support

Domestic Tasks

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care

QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

Calvic Enterprises are looking for enthusiastic, vibrant, and compassionate individuals who lead with their hearts and strive to deliver high-quality person-centred care!

In business for over a decade, we are a values-based, disability-friendly employer that takes pride in the support we provide to vulnerable adults and children in the West Midlands area.

This position is for people living in the Birmingham locality. The shifts available are Monday to Sunday, and are flexible throughout the day.

Shift patterns vary—more information available. Please note—we will not be offering Tier 2 Sponsorship for this role.

ALL SUPPORT WORKERS ARE REQUIRED TO WORK ALTERNATE WEEKENDS

We offer full training, a competitive salary, and flexible working hours. We also pay an enhanced rate over weekends, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.

As a support worker, you will be involved in maintaining an individual’s wishes to remain in the comfort of one of our semi-independent services, and you will be required to carry out tasks such as:

1. Medication Administration
2. Meal Preparation and support with Nutritional and Hydration needs
3. Budgeting finances and support with employment and education
4. Companionship
5. Domestic Tasks
6. Support with appointments

We treat each service user with dignity and respect and expect caring attitudes from all caregivers. Must have excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening) and be proactive with regular and flexible work hours.

We encourage personal development by offering external qualifications such as QCF Level 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care and Children’s Services, NCFE CACHE Level 2 in various subjects, and the Care Certificate.

—If you feel you’re ready for a new challenge, or a complete career change then apply today to become part of an award-winning team, who have a GOOD CQC rating across all areas. This is a highly rewarding career path.

—All positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you don’t have an Adults and Children’s DBS on the update service, we can help you apply. You will also need a minimum of 2 employer references and 1 character reference.

Job Category: Care worker

Job Type: Full Time, Part Time

Job Location: Birmingham