Support Worker

ARC Group; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their team in Lowestoft. This role involves providing essential support to individuals with learning disabilities, ensuring their dignity and independence. Responsibilities include following care plans, maintaining a safe environment, and fostering effective communication. The position offers flexible shifts, competitive pay, and numerous benefits, including free training and paid annual leave. If you are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free uniform

Paid annual leave

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Free annual online training

Qualifications

• UK experience as a care or support worker is essential.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and compassionate skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal hygiene and maintain a safe environment.
• Encourage independence and motivate Service Users in their choices.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Reliability

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker
Job Type: Temporary - On going
Location: Lowestoft

Days and hours of work: Varies (day and night shifts available)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary/ Hourly rate: GBP13.00ph+ (Bank holidays paid at an enhanced rate)

Pay Scheme: PAYE

We are recruiting for dedicated and committed support workers to work in the Lowestoft area to work alongside our fantastic clients who support younger and older residents with learning disabilities

THE ROLE

• To follow instructions and care plans at individual settings
• Treat Service Users with respect at all times
• Support individuals with their personal hygiene and appearance
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and Service Users
• Encourage the independence and motivation of the Service User
• Support the Service Users to make informed choices
• Feedback any necessary information to the person in charge
• Complete all necessary paperwork
• Taking Service Users into the community and on day trips when needed
• Providing companionship to service users, communicating effectively with them
• Protecting the confidentiality of all Service Users and Clients
• To recognise signs of abuse and immediately report through the necessary channels.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE

• UK experience as a care or support worker is essential
• Must be reliable
• Must be resilient and compassionate
• Excellent communication skills
• Transport Desirable but not essential
• Online DBS Desirable but not essential

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC

• Free uniform.
• Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Weekly pay with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee
• Pension scheme
• Access to Free annual online training.

Please contact our Healthcare Recruitment specialists