Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

National Care Group is seeking Support Workers to join a new service in Norwich that supports young adults with complex needs. This role provides an opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals' lives while working in a nurturing environment that values personal development and teamwork.

Benefits

Paid training and recognized qualifications

Opportunity for career development

Inclusive work culture

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to financial control app (Wagestream)

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and motivation to help achieve goals.
• Effective teamwork with colleagues.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with resilience.

Responsibilities

• Assist young adults with daily tasks and personal care.
• Plan and participate in social activities and excursions.
• Build positive relationships by discussing and planning goals.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Listening skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Salary: £12.21 per hour (£25,396.80 per annum- Based on 40 hours p/w)

Working Hours: Up to 40 hours per week

Service: Cromer Road, Endurance Care Norfolk

Endurance Care Norwich is part of National Care Group, this is a brand new service and will be helping to support young adults with various circumstances including learning disabilities and mental health issues. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new team and help each person we support to achieve their goals and aspirations.

We are currently looking for Support Workers to join our team in Norwich. This is a brand new service with a forecasted opening date currently set for July!

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 people, 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.

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker

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 fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• 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 Wagestream, 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!