Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Opportunities for qualifications

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend scheme

Stream app for finances

Job summary

National Care Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker in Burnley to assist adults with complex needs. You will build trusting relationships, support daily living tasks, and help individuals participate in activities that promote independence and wellbeing.

The role offers paid training, opportunities for recognised qualifications, and a supportive environment that values wellbeing and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Caring and empathetic approach to supporting individuals.
• Team player with good communication and collaboration.
• Ability to work with people who have complex needs and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships by listening, discussing, and setting goals with individuals.
• Plan daily tasks and assist with practical activities (cooking, cleaning, errands).
• Assist with personal care, including eating and medication support as needed.
• Plan and participate in activities and days out to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Support individuals to become more independent and engaged in their community.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Active listening

Communication skills

Job description

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Working Hours: 40 hours and 20 hours available

Service: Affinity Supporting People South Limited

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team at Affinity Supporting People South Limited – Burnley .

AffinitySupporting People South Limited is part of National Care Group. We providesupported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism,complex needs, mental health, and challenging behaviours. Our dedicated teamworks closely with those we support to deliver person-centred care, empoweringeach individual to reach their goals and fulfil their aspirations.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leadingproviders of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities,mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, andcomplex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to leadtheir best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potentialand 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

Youwill work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for arespectful and caring individual who compassionately support our young adultsto fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one withhuge 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 supportworker?

• 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.