Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes high-quality temporary care staff. As a Support Worker, you'll make a meaningful impact on individuals with diverse needs, including those with learning difficulties, complex care requirements, and mental health issues. This role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay, and opportunities for personal and professional growth through free training and funded qualifications. Be part of a supportive team that values compassion and dedication, and help empower others to lead independent lives.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Free training aligned with the Care Certificate

Annual pay reviews

Eligibility for Blue Light card discounts

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility for travel is essential for some shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with eating and drinking, meal preparation, and personal care.
• Encouraging independence in daily activities and offering companionship.

Skills

Good English communication skills

Flexibility regarding travel

Compassion

Dedication

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Tools

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Support Worker Job Description

Join Nurseplus, where we prioritize providing high-quality temporary care staff. We value quality, compassion, and dedication, and we are committed to supporting our team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we care for.

We are a close-knit team that fosters a supportive and welcoming work environment. Our staff receive the necessary tools and opportunities to advance their careers while delivering exceptional care to individuals with diverse needs, including learning difficulties, complex care requirements, mental health issues, dementia, and elderly care.

Responsibilities of a Support Worker include:

• Assisting with eating and drinking
• Meal preparation and planning
• Providing personal care
• Offering companionship
• Encouraging independence in daily activities

What Nurseplus offers Support Workers:

• Flexible shifts, including full-time or part-time, days, nights, and weekends
• Competitive pay rates from £13.15 to £19.00 per hour, paid weekly
• Free training aligned with the Care Certificate
• Opportunities for further development through in-house courses and funded qualifications such as distance learning and NVQ Level 2 and 3
• Annual pay reviews
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light card, offering discounts online and in-store

Requirements for Support Workers:

• Must be over 18 years old
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility regarding travel, as some shifts may require driving or access to public transport
• Good English communication skills
• An enhanced DBS check, which can be applied for upon registration (cost £45.40, refundable after a set period of employment)