Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of adult social care is seeking a Support Worker in Hartlepool. In this rewarding role, you will support young adults with complex needs, helping them achieve their goals and live independently. The position offers opportunities for career development, paid training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid training and recognized qualifications

Inclusive culture celebrating diversity

Wellbeing and health support

Rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Wagestream app

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and helping them achieve goals.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Confidence to seek support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with individuals by listening and planning goals.
• Assist with personal care, daily tasks, and practical activities.
• Plan and participate in enjoyable activities and outings.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Excellent listening skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Salary: £12.21 per hour (£25,396.80 per annum)

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Service: Essential Care and Support Limited

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team at Essential Care and Support Limited - Blackhall.

Essential Care and Support is part of the National Care Group and is dedicated to providing person-centred care across supported living, outreach, and day services. We support individuals with a range of needs, including Mental Health, Dementia, Physical Disabilities, and Elderly care. If you want to make a difference every day, then this may be the job for you.

About National Care Group:

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic individuals, and complex needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best lives, enabling them to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

The role of a Support Worker:

You will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfill their potential. This is a challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and planning goals and ambitions together.
• You will help plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning, and errands.
• You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• You will help plan and participate in enjoyable activities and days out.
• You will make a positive impact by supporting independence wherever possible.

What qualities do you need to be a great support worker?

• A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to help them achieve goals.
• A team player, able to work effectively with colleagues.
• Resilience to persevere through difficult times and confidence to seek support when needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organization that values growth from within.
• Paid training and opportunities to gain recognized qualifications.
• An inclusive culture that celebrates age, gender, and diversity.
• An environment that promotes wellbeing and supports your health and happiness.
• Rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to Wagestream, an app that provides greater control over your finances.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway!

At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic organization. If you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skills, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!