Support Worker

National Care Group; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Refer a Friend

Stream app

Inclusive culture

Job summary

National Care Group is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist young adults with complex needs in Worcestershire. You will build trusting relationships, help plan daily routines, assist with personal care, and support independent living.

The role involves practical tasks, group activities, and outings. You’ll join a dedicated team in an inclusive culture, and paid training plus progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• You will work with young adults who have complex needs and require compassionate support.
• The role requires strong listening and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow plans.
• Commitment to supporting independence and growth.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships by listening, discussing, and planning goals with the individuals.
• Help plan daily tasks and assist with practical activities (cooking, cleaning, errands).
• Assist with personal care, including support with eating and medication administration.
• Plan and join in engaging days out chosen by the individuals.
• Support the person to become more independent wherever possible.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Excellent listening

Job description

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Working Hours:

Up to 37.5 hours per week

Service :

Endurance Care Supported Living

Endurance Care is apart of National Care Group . Endurance Care Worcestershire provides quality supported living services to people with learning disabilities, autistic people, and associated complex needs. We are dedicated to empowering people, enabling them to develop skills for life, and supporting them in boosting their confidence and self-esteem.

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 support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

The role of a National Care Group 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 fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.
• You will help to plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and running errands.
• You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• You will help to plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy.
• You will make a positive impact on someone's life by supporting them to become more independent 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 see them achieve goals.
• A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues.
• Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if 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 organisation that values growing its team from within.
• You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture.
• The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy.
• The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to an app called Stream, enabling 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 organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!