Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Eye; On-site; GBP 267,000 - 281,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and paid training

Enhanced DBS costs

Bank holiday enhanced rates

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition schemes

Years of service rewards

Job summary

A dedicated Support Worker role at a high-quality care home in Eye, Suffolk, is available with a reputable health care provider. The position offers overnight shifts, permanent full-time hours (36 per week), and a competitive hourly rate.

You will join a purpose-built dementia care unit in a converted Victorian home, with a supportive induction and benefits package including enhanced DBS and staff recognition schemes. NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a care setting is preferred or beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Promote well-being and provide the highest quality of care to residents.
• Assist with daily tasks including personal care and companionship.
• Encourage independence and support residents with daily routines and activities.
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times.

Skills

Caring nature

Team player

Good communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

An exciting job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Support Worker to work in an exceptional care home based in the Eye, Suffolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This care home is a purpose built unit for residents who have dementia. It is a converted Victorian country house with accommodation

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent**

As the Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience of working in a care setting

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.80 - £13.45 per hour - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week on nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

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