Support Worker

The Orders of St John Care Trust; Grantham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Grantham is looking for a Support Worker to enhance the lives of its residents. The role involves providing personal care, companionship, and helping with daily routines while ensuring a warm, caring environment. With a competitive pay rate and extensive benefits including 28 days holiday, training opportunities, and a supportive team, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in elderly care.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Higher weekend pay rates

Workplace pension

Free uniform

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme up to £1000

Care Worker Charity membership

Blue Light Card discounts

My Rewards programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in elderly care.
• Positive role model with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and excel in care standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines and personal care.
• Engage in activities to promote well-being.
• Carry out light household duties.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Apple Trees, Grantham

Pay rate: £13.27

Contracted hours: Bank Zero

ABOUT THE 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 vast array of fun activities that take place in our homes, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring they are leading happy and fulfilled lives. You’ll also carry out light household duties to ensure that the household and resident’s rooms are kept clean and tidy, involving them where it’s appropriate to do so. You’ll understand that some days might be challenging, but you’ll also laugh, have fun and make lasting memories with our residents.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Situated in the Lincolnshire town of Grantham is Apple Trees Care and Reablement Centre, offering compassionate residential, intermediate, dementia and respite care to 64 residents in homely and comfortable surroundings.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe withPPE and daily testing

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

Ideally with, or willing to work towards, a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), you’ll have a proven track record in elderly care and a commitment to providing high quality care standards for older people.

You’ll be a positive role model, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. You’ll be keen to learn and will want to excel at your job at all times, so we’ll provide all the support you need to start your career with us - all delivered in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Support Worker within our care homes, then you could be next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.

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