Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Brixham; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

National Care Group Limited is recruiting for support workers at a brand-new residential service, Frensham House, part of Oaklea in Devon. The opening date is early December, with a drive to build an experienced team to support up to 6 people on this new project.

Experience with Prader-Willi syndrome is preferred; training will be provided. You will work with young adults with complex needs, helping them to fulfil their potential, develop independence, and participate in planned activities and

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 support with eating and administering medication.
• Plan and participate in days out as wished by the service users.
• Support individuals to become more independent wherever possible.

Job description

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Here at National Care Group, we are currently looking for talented support workers to join our team at a brand-new residential service. Frensham House will be part of our Oaklea service based in Devon.

We are currently undergoing a recruitment drive to create an experienced team to support up to 6 people at Frensham House. The current opening date is early December;we are looking for support workers to join our team and be a part of this exciting new project!

Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic condition that leads to physical, mental and behavioural difficulties. We are firstly looking for experience with Prader-Willi syndrome but training will be provided.

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, autism 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. We Won Specialist Care Provider 2025! - National Care Group

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 (formally known as Wagestream) enabling greater control over your finances.

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, NCG’s agreed protection procedures will be followed