Support Worker

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Malvern; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotas 4 weeks in advance

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training

Career progression

Holiday pot access

24/7 support

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a residential children’s care home in Malvern, Worcestershire to recruit a committed Support Worker. You will provide person-centred support, help with daily living and personal care, and build trusting relationships with the individuals you support.

The role is full time, 36–48 hours per week, on days and nights, with a salary of £27,144–£36,192 per annum paid monthly.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable.
• Experience in complex care or residential settings is desirable.
• Strong communication and empathy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 3:1 or 4:1 person-centred support within the home
• Assist with personal care, mobility, medication and daily living needs while maintaining dignity and privacy
• Provide emotional support and companionship, encouraging independence and individual choice
• Support with behaviours that may challenge, following agreed care plans and positive behaviour support approaches
• Monitor wellbeing, maintain accurate care records and follow safeguarding procedures to ensure safe, consistent care

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Relationship-building

Patience

Team player

Education

NVQ/QCF Health & Social Care Level 2 or 3

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to a residential children’s care home in the Malvern, Worcestershire area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading children’s healthcare providers

We are looking for people who genuinely want to make a positive difference to the life of the individual they support. The right person will be patient, understanding and willing to build a trusting relationship, while being there for the individual through both their good and more challenging days

Key duties

• Provide 3:1 or 4:1 person-centred support within the home
• Assist with personal care, mobility, medication and daily living needs while maintaining dignity and privacy
• Provide emotional support and companionship, encouraging independence and individual choice
• Support with behaviours that may challenge, following agreed care plans and positive behaviour support approaches
• Monitor wellbeing, maintain accurate care records and follow safeguarding procedures to ensure safe, consistent care

Preferred skills and experience

• Previous experience in complex care, homecare, supported living, residential care, nursing care or a similar environment is desirable
• Experience supporting individuals with complex care or support needs
• A caring, compassionate and patient approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build professional and trusting relationships with individuals and their families
• To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care – Desirable + experience working in a similar role and setting
• Previous experience in complex care, homecare, supported living, residential care, nursing care or a similar environment is desirable
• Experience supporting individuals with complex care or support needs
• A caring, compassionate and patient approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build professional and trusting relationships with individuals and their families
• To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care – Desirable + experience working in a similar role and setting

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £27,144 - £36,192 per annum - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 36-48 hours a week on days & nights

Benefits

• Rotas 4 weeks in advance
• Regular opportunities for overtime
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities
• Access to your holiday pot at any time, releasing the funds when you need them most
• 24/7 support, with somebody always on hand to advise and help

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