Support Worker

TipTopJob; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Induction and training

Bank holiday enhanced rates

Employee recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend

DBS costs covered

Long service rewards

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a care home in the Woolverstone, Ipswich area. The role involves providing compassionate care, assisting with personal tasks, and supporting residents to maintain independence.

You will join a team committed to dementia-aware care and excellent resident life quality. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is required, with full-time hours and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent required.
• Experience in a care setting preferred.
• Commitment to high-quality resident care.

Responsibilities

• Promote residents' wellbeing and deliver high-quality care.
• Assist with personal care tasks and accompany residents on outings.
• Encourage independence and support daily routines.
• Maintain accurate record keeping at all times.

Skills

Genuine care for others

Team player

Verbal and written communication

Experience in care setting

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and 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 UKs 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 and 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

Benefits

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of GBP13.45 per hour and the annual salary is GBP25,178.40 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week on days or nights. 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