Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

National Care Group is seeking a caring Support Worker to assist young adults with complex needs in daily living. You will listen, discuss goals, plan activities, and help with personal care, medication, and practical tasks within community and home settings.

The role offers paid training, potential progression, and a supportive team. A full UK driving licence is required; shift pattern is 9am–2pm, Monday to Friday in the South Essex area.

Qualifications

• Caring attitude with a passion for supporting others.
• Team player who can work effectively with colleagues.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults with daily tasks and practical activities.
• Assist with personal care and medication administration.
• Plan goals and activities with individuals to promote independence.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning and running errands as part of daily living.
• Build positive relationships through listening and discussion.

Skills

Caring

Team player

Excellent listening

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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, 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.

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.

PLEASE NOTE - A FULL UK DRIVERS LICENCE IS NEEDED TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ROLE

Nexus Support Limited is a specialist provider working alongside people with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Complex Needs aged between 16 and 45, and their families in the South Essex area. Covering - Basildon, Castle Point, Chelmsford, Southend. Days are spent supporting people to live a life meaningful to them. We provide opportunities to grow, develop new skills and to explore and enjoy new and established interests and experiences. This may include activities such as swimming, exercising, cooking, arts and crafts or any preferred activities that individuals may wish to participate in within community settings and within their own homes. When not out and about staff are on hand for chats and advice to help when times become challenging. 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, autistic people, 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

Pay rate £13.01 per hour. £18,942.56 based on 28 hours per week. Working Hours: 9am - 2pm. Monday to Friday. Service: Nexus Support Limited - Wickford

• £600.00 Joining Bonus
• The opportunity to earn £600.00 through a Refer a Friend scheme.