Support Worker

National Care Group; Murton; On-site; GBP 14,568,000 - 36,438,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Refer a Friend scheme

Stream app access

Job summary

National Care Group is recruiting a Support Worker for Essential Care and Support Limited in Murton. You will help with daily tasks, personal care and medication administration, and work to plan activities that support independence.

You will build caring relationships, communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, and participate in a supportive team that values wellbeing and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• A caring attitude and motivation to support others.
• Team player able to work effectively with colleagues.
• Resilience to continue through difficult times.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and planning goals together.
• Help plan daily tasks and assist with cooking, cleaning and errands.
• Assist with personal care, including eating and medication administration.
• Help plan and participate in activities and days out chosen by clients.
• Support individuals to become more independent wherever possible.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Listening skills

Communication skills

Job description

Support WorkerSalary:£12.71 per hour(£26,436.80)Working Hours:16 to 40hours available per weekDays, Weekends and sleepsService:Essential Care and Support LimitedWe are currently recruiting for aSupport Worker to join our team at Essential Care and Support Limited- MurtonEssential Care and Support is a part of the National Care Group and is a dedicated specialist in providing person centred care across our supported living,outreach and day services. We support some incredible individuals with a range of support needs including Mental Health, Dementia, Physical Disabilities and Elderly care. If you want to make a difference every day, then this may be the job for you.

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, autism 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.

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The role of a National Care Group Support Worker

• 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.

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!