Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing high-quality care staff in a supportive environment. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with diverse needs, from learning difficulties to mental health challenges. Your daily tasks will include assisting with personal care and fostering independence. With flexible shifts and competitive pay rates, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community. The company values heart and quality, empowering you to excel in your career with free training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Free training aligned with the Care Certificate

Opportunities for further development

Annual pay reviews

Eligibility for a Blue Light card

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 and have the right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with eating and drinking.
• Encouraging independence in daily activities.

Skills

Good English communication skills

Flexibility to travel

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Support Worker Job Description

Join Nurseplus, where we focus on providing high-quality temporary care staff with a supportive and welcoming environment. We value heart, quality, and going the extra mile, empowering our team to make a real difference in the lives of those we care for.

Our services span various care settings, supporting individuals with learning difficulties, complex needs, mental health issues, dementia, and older adults.

Daily tasks include:

• Assisting with eating and drinking
• Meal preparation and planning
• Personal care
• Providing companionship
• Encouraging independence in daily activities

What Nurseplus offers Support Workers:

• Flexible shifts: full-time or part-time, days, nights, and weekends
• Pay rates from £13.15 to £19 per hour with weekly pay
• Free training aligned with the Care Certificate
• Opportunities for further development through in-house courses and funded qualifications like NVQ Level 2 and 3
• Annual pay reviews
• Eligibility for a Blue Light card with discounts

Requirements for Support Workers:

• You must be over 18
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to travel; some shifts may require driving or access to public transport
• Good English communication skills
• An enhanced DBS check (cost £45.40, refundable after a set period of work)