Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Devizes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Support Worker, making a real difference in the lives of residents. This rewarding role involves assisting with daily routines, providing companionship, and ensuring a clean and tidy environment. You'll work in a nurturing atmosphere, where your contributions matter, and enjoy benefits like 28 days of holiday and training opportunities. If you're eager to learn and excel in elderly care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Higher rates of pay at weekends

Free uniform

Free DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Charity membership for well-being

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Proven elderly care experience with a commitment to high-quality standards.
• Willingness to work towards a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines and personal care.
• Carry out light household duties and engage in fun activities.

Skills

Elderly Care Experience

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

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Support Worker Role

Our Support Workers make a real difference to our residents every day; whether it’s helping them with their daily routines or personal care, providing companionship, or joining in with the fun activities in our homes. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring they lead happy and fulfilled lives. You’ll also carry out light household duties to keep the household and residents’ rooms clean and tidy, involving them where appropriate. Some days might be challenging, but you’ll also laugh, have fun, and make lasting memories with our residents.

By joining us, you’ll become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside passionate team members committed to providing care, warmth, and kindness to all who live and work in our homes.

About Hayward Care Centre

Named after WW1 veteran Reginald Hayward VC, it’s located on the outskirts of Devizes, Wiltshire. The home offers compassionate, individualised residential, dementia, and respite care for up to 80 residents.

Benefits of Working With Us

The Trust has been providing care for almost a century and is the second-largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. We reinvest every penny into our residents, colleagues, and care homes. We offer a competitive salary, training, and development opportunities.

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme with rewards for successful recommendations
• Charity membership for well-being and financial aid
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” discounts

About You

Ideally with, or willing to work towards, a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), with proven elderly care experience and a commitment to high-quality standards for older people.

You’ll be a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and the ability to get along with others. Eager to learn and excel, you’ll receive support in a nurturing, engaging, and rewarding environment.