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Jupiter Recruitment

Ipswich

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GBP 23,000

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dedicated Support Worker in a leading care home in Ipswich. This role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for residents, particularly those living with dementia. You will be part of a compassionate team, providing essential personal care and support while encouraging independence among residents. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Pension scheme
Comprehensive induction and paid training
Enhanced rates for bank holidays
Recognition schemes
Paid breaks
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Costs for enhanced DBS
Rewards for years of service

Qualifications

  • Must have NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
  • Experience in a care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Verbal communication
Written communication
Teamwork
Empathy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

An exciting job opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to work in an exceptional care home based in the Woolverstone, Ipswich area.You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers

This care home provides an environment where staff enables their residents to feel free to go about their daily lives.They work with Dementia Care Matters to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia

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

As a Support Worker your key duties include:

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

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

  • Have a genuine desire to care for others
  • A good team player
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven experience of working in a care setting

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.00 per hour and the annual salary is £22,464 per annum.This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours week working through night shifts.In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

  • Pension scheme
  • Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
  • Enhanced rates for bank holidays
  • Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Awards)
  • Paid breaks
  • Uniform provided
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Costs for an enhanced DBS
  • Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 4294

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

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