Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

National Care Group Limited is seeking a Support Worker for Waking Nights in Morecambe. The role involves assisting young adults with complex needs in daily tasks, personal care, and fostering independence. The ideal candidate will have a caring attitude and strong communication skills, contributing to a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Paid training and recognized qualifications

Inclusive culture valuing diversity

Support for wellbeing and health

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Wagestream app

Qualifications

• A caring attitude and passion for supporting others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Resilience and confidence to seek support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and plan goals with individuals.
• Assist with daily tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Support with personal care and medication administration.
• Help plan enjoyable activities and outings.

Skills

Caring attitude

Listening skills

Communication skills

Team player

Resilience

Job description

Support Worker – Waking Nights

Location: Morecambe

Salary: £12.21 per hour (£19,047.60 per annum)

Working Hours: 30 hours per week, includes 1 sleep shift

Service: Affinity Supporting People South Limited

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker – Waking Nights to join our team at Affinity Supporting People South Limited in Morecambe.

Affinity Supporting People South Limited is part of National Care Group, providing supported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health issues, and challenging behaviors. Our dedicated team works closely with those we support to deliver person-centred care, empowering individuals to reach their goals and fulfill their aspirations.

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 individuals, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best lives, enabling them to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their communities.

The role of a Support Worker at National Care Group

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 fulfill their potential. This role can be challenging but is highly rewarding.

• Build positive relationships by listening, discussing, and planning goals and ambitions together.
• Assist with daily tasks and practical activities such as cooking, cleaning, and errands.
• Support with personal care, including eating and medication administration.
• Help plan and participate in enjoyable activities and outings.
• Support individuals to become more independent where possible.

Desired qualities of a support worker:

• A caring attitude and a passion for supporting others.
• A team player who works effectively with colleagues.
• Resilience and confidence to seek support when needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunities for career development within a supportive organization.
• Paid training and recognized qualifications.
• An inclusive culture that values diversity.
• Support for your wellbeing and health.
• Rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to Wagestream, an app for managing your finances.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. At National Care Group, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. If your values and attitude align, you might be the right fit!