Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream app

Refer a Friend

Paid training

Job summary

National Care Group is seeking a Support Worker in Ellesmere Port to deliver person-centred care for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will build trusting relationships, support daily tasks and personal care, and help individuals reach their goals in a compassionate team.

The role offers paid training, opportunities to gain recognised qualifications, and a supportive environment that values wellbeing and inclusion. Salaries reflect local rates.

Qualifications

• 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 rewarding role with opportunities for growth within the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships by listening, discussing, and planning goals with individuals.
• Help plan daily tasks and assist with cooking, cleaning and errands.
• Provide personal care support, including assistance with eating and medication as required.
• Support participation in days out and community activities.
• Encourage independence and empowerment wherever possible.

Job description

Support Worker

Salary: £12.71 per hour (£26,436.80 per annum)

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Ellesmere Port

Service: Affinity Supporting People South Limited

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

Affinity Supporting People South Limited is part of National Care Group. We provide supported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health, and challenging behaviours. Our dedicated team works closely with those we support to deliver person-centred care, empowering each individual to reach their goals and fulfil their aspirations.

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.

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker

You will work with young adults who have complexneeds. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who canpassionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is asometimes 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 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.