Support Worker

Nugent Care Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Liverpool seeks a Community Support Worker to provide tailored care for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. This rewarding role offers part-time (19.5 hrs) and full-time (39 hrs) contracts, focusing on a person-centred approach. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and a caring nature. The position includes fully funded training, 30 days annual leave, and opportunities for career progression within a values-driven organization.

Benefits

Fully funded training and development opportunities

30 days paid annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges is beneficial but not essential.
• Caring, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping others.
• Strong communication skills for effective engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored care packages to individuals in supported living.
• Engage individuals effectively and, if needed, work independently.
• Promote a supportive and inclusive environment.

Skills

Supporting individuals with learning disabilities

Strong communication skills

Caring and patient

Team collaboration and independence

Integrity and compassion

Job description

Role

Community Support Worker

Location

Childwall Park Avenue, Liverpool

Role Description

We are thrilled to share that Nugent Community Choices is on the lookout for support workers to join our dedicated team. This position is not only rewarding but also provides a daily sense of accomplishment and fulfilment. If you align with our core values, you can embark on a meaningful career in Health & Social Care.

At Nugent Community Choices, we offer supported living for adults facing learning disabilities and mental health challenges through tailored care packages across four homes. We seek individuals who are committed to a person-centred approach and can adapt to the diverse needs of those we support.

Experience & Skills of a Support Worker

• It would be beneficial to have experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges but it's not essential.
• Caring and patient, with a genuine passion for helping others.
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with individuals.
• Ability to collaborate within a team or take initiative independently.
• Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and compassion in all interactions.
• Aligns with and promotes our Mission and Values.
• Committed to continuous improvement and personal development.
• Flexible in adapting to the needs of individuals.
• Treats everyone with dignity and respect, including staff and volunteers.
• Enthusiastic about fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Hours of Work: Contracts of 19.5 hours part time and 39 hours full time

Benefits

• Fully funded training and development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits including Life Assurance, Medicash Scheme, Pension, Blue Light Card, and access to discounts.
• 30 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after three years.
• Enhanced DBS check paid for and maintained on the updated service.
• Career progression opportunities within a values-driven organisation

Our Values–iACCORD

Integrity | Ambition | Courage | Compassion | Optimism | Respect | Dignity

These guide everything we do, every day – with heart, purpose, and positivity