Support Worker

1st Homecare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Financial Wellbeing Scheme

Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus

Staff recognition initiatives

Job summary

Real Life Options is seeking a Support Worker in the HA5 area to help people live independently at home. You will follow individual plans, assist with daily tasks, budgeting and personal care, delivering safe, person-centred support.

Previous experience is helpful but not essential, with full induction and ongoing development provided. This role offers flexible shifts with days, evenings, weekends and nights, plus a competitive rate of £12.71 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or similar role is helpful but not required.
• Willingness to undertake induction and accredited training.
• Strong communication and empathetic approach to individuals.

Responsibilities

• Follow individual daily planners and routines.
• Assist with budgeting and financial expenditure.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Deliver domestic support to maintain a safe home.
• Support with administration of medication where appropriate.
• Encourage participation in community activities.
• Promote independence, wellbeing and social inclusion.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Good communicator

Flexible

Self-motivated

Inclusive

Job description

Support Worker
HA5 area
Full Time, part time and relief hours available
£12.71 per hour
Drivers preferred but not essential

Are you caring, reliable and looking to be part of an organisation that delivers creative, dynamic and person-centred support? Join Real Life Options and help make a real difference to people’s lives every day.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will support individuals in their own homes, helping them to live as independently as possible. Your role will include:

• Following individual daily planners and routines
• Supporting with financial expenditure and budgeting
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Providing domestic support to maintain a safe and comfortable home
• Supporting with the administration of medication
• Encouraging participation in activities within the local community
• Promoting independence, wellbeing and social inclusion

You’ll be part of a supportive team, helping individuals build confidence, develop skills and enjoy meaningful experiences.

Shift Details

Flexibility is essentialas shifts may include:

• Days
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Waking nights

Experience & Training

Previous experience is helpful but not essential. If you have the right values and attitude, we will provide:

• Full induction and accredited training
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Support to help you grow in your role

All offers are subject to anenhanced Adult DBS check.

Benefits and Rewards

We value our people and offer a great range of benefits:

• 28 days’ paid holiday (proâ€‑rata for part time)
• Employerâ€‑contributory pension scheme
• Fully accredited training

You’ll also have access to:

• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts via Reward Gateway
• Financial Wellbeing Scheme
• Referâ€‑aâ€‑Friend Bonus
• Staff recognition initiatives

Our Values

We’re looking for someone who lives our values of:
Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence

If you can circle six or more of the following, we’d love to hear from you:

• Honest
• Good Communicator
• Strong Values
• Flexible
• Passionate
• Selfâ€‑Motivated
• Reliable
• Caring
• Inclusive

Join Us

Real Life Options is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know — we’re happy to support you.

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