Support Worker

Kingdom Services Group; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingdom Services Group is seeking experienced Support Workers to join our expanding team covering Brighton & Hove and surrounding areas. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care across various health and social care settings.

Flexible shift patterns include day and evening hours, with regular ongoing or ad-hoc placements depending on client needs. A valid Enhanced DBS for the Child and Adult workforce is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Support Worker in health or social care settings.
• A valid Enhanced DBS covering both Child and Adult Workforce.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, complex needs or challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care across health and social care settings.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities and promote independence.
• Follow individual care plans and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate daily records and documentation.
• Support community access, appointments and meaningful activities.
• Promote social inclusion, independence and wellbeing.
• Respond to challenging situations using effective communication and de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain dignity and safety of individuals at all times.

Skills

Experience as Support Worker

DBS Enhanced

Communication skills

Empathy and resilience

Independent & team work

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Brighton & Hove and surrounding areas

About the Opportunity

Due to increasing demand from our clients, we are actively recruiting experienced and compassionate Support Workers to join our growing team, covering a variety of health and social care services across Brighton & Hove and the surrounding areas.

We have opportunities available within a range of care and support environments, working with individuals who require assistance with their day-to-day lives, including those with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, complex needs, challenging behaviours and other support requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated Support Workers who are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable individuals.

We can offer a variety of flexible shift patterns, including day and evening shifts, on either a regular ongoing or ad-hoc basis, depending on client requirements and your personal availability.

Whether you are looking to supplement your existing income, fit work around other commitments or secure regular hours, we aim to provide opportunities that suit your lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals across a variety of health and social care settings.
• Supporting individuals with their daily living activities, promoting independence and encouraging them to develop essential life skills.
• Assisting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, complex needs and challenging behaviours.
• Building positive and professional relationships with service users while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Supporting individuals to access the community, attend appointments and participate in meaningful activities.
• Encouraging social inclusion, independence, confidence and personal development.
• Responding appropriately to challenging situations, using effective communication and de-escalation techniques where required.
• Following individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintaining accurate daily records, incident reports and other relevant documentation.
• Ensuring the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the individuals you support at all times.

You will be supporting individuals with a range of personal circumstances and support needs, so a patient, empathetic, reliable and consistent approach is essential.

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for experienced and motivated Support Workers who are confident working within health and social care environments and have a genuine passion for supporting others.

The ideal candidate must possess:

• Previous experience working as a Support Worker within health and social care settings.
• A valid Enhanced DBS covering both the Child and Adult Workforce. This is an essential requirement for the role.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, complex needs or challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider care and support team.
• High levels of emotional resilience, patience, empathy and understanding.