Support Worker

TipTopJob; Hadleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in the Ipswich area is seeking a motivated Support Worker for a nursing home, specializing in general and dementia care. The successful candidate will provide high-quality care and support for residents, including personal hygiene assistance and companionship. A NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is required, along with a genuine desire to care for others. The role offers a salary of £12.60 per hour, with generous benefits including on-site accommodation and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Accommodation available on site (low monthly rates)

Pension scheme

Comprehensive induction and paid training programme

Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Costs for an enhanced DBS

Rewards for years of service

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Genuine desire to care for others essential.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Promote well-being and provide quality care to residents.
• Assist with personal care tasks and companionship.
• Encourage independence and support daily routines.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Team player

Genuine desire to care for others

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Support Worker – Nursing Home

An excellent job opportunity has arisen for a motivated Support Worker to work in an amazing nursing home based in the Ipswich area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers.

This nursing home specialises in general and dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as Good by CQC.

To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

Key Duties

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well‑being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, including all personal care assistance from supporting personal hygiene 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

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

The successful Support Worker will receive a salary of £12.60 per hour (annual £23,587.20). Permanent vacancies are available for both days and night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Accommodation available on site (low monthly rates)
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and company’s Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 4114

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