Support Worker

Baker Snell; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress code

Referral bonuses

Bike-to-work scheme

Training and support 24/7

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Baker Snell in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Okehampton to help clients live independently and with dignity. You will support daily living, personal care and social participation to promote wellbeing.

The role offers flexible, on-site shifts with a focus on reliability, kindness, and teamwork. Training and ongoing support are provided for both new and experienced carers.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or a Health & Social Care diploma is preferred.
• Flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep-in, with short-notice requirements.
• Car driver preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Help people with cooking, cleaning and shopping.
• Provide personal care and medications when needed.
• Guide people through decisions and money matters.
• Keep records tidy and in line with the Care Act.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

Health & Social Care diploma

Job description

Support Worker - Okehampton

Calling all everyday superheroes! If you're the kind of person who can whip up a smile, help someone live their best life, and tackle daily tasks like a boss- this role's for you. Due to growth, we have an urgent requirement to strengthen the existing team.

What's in it for you:

• £12.75/hr on weekdays
• £13/hr on weekends
• £70.50 per sleep-in shift
• Bonus when you complete your Care Certificate
• £500 bonus when you refer a friend
• 5.6 weeks of annual leave
• Extra pay for working Christmas Day and New Year's Day
• Blue Light Card discounts on travel, shopping, and more

What you'll be up to as a Support Worker:

• Helping people cook, clean, and shop
• Guiding people through decisions and money matters
• Providing personal care and meds when needed
• Encouraging healthy habits and community fun
• Keeping records tidy and ticking all the right boxes with the Care Act

Who we're looking for:

• Chatty, kind, and dependable
• Organised, great on your own or in a team
• Bonus points if you've worked in care or have a Health & Social Care diploma
• Flexible - while you will have a monthly rota, this role requires flexibility, including evening, weekend, and sleep-in shifts, sometimes at short notice.
• Car driver - preferable but not a deal breaker

Perks and quirks as a Support Worker:

• Casual dress code (ditch the uniform!)
• Referral bonuses
• Bike-to-work scheme
• Training and support 24/7

Join a team that actually appreciates you. Whether you're new to care or a seasoned Support Worker, if you're ready to help people live independently and with dignity. This role could be exactly what you're after. This isn't just another care job; it's a chance to change lives and have fun while you're at it