Support Worker

Orchard Care Homes; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks a Support Worker to help individuals with mental health needs. Responsibilities include providing personal care and engaging residents in daily activities. Candidates should have compassion, less than a year of experience in dementia care, and hold at least NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. A great opportunity for career development and growth is provided.

Benefits

Career development from day one

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience in a dementia care setting.
• Compassionate approach to supporting individuals.
• Willingness to receive tailored dementia training.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Support participation in leisure activities and daily living.
• Provide personal care with empathy and sensitivity.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Empathy and sensitivity

Job description

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Support Worker

Location: Ashlea Lodge Care Home - Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR4 7AB

Salary: £14.10 per hour

Schedule/Hours: Full & Part-time available – Nights

Pay Rates:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care: £13.27 per hour
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care: £14.10 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to live empowered, fulfilling lives? If you hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have at least 6 months’ experience in a Dementia care setting, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Specialist Support Worker, you will help us to ensure that people are treated with respect and dignity. Your approach will be empathetic, compassionate, and focused on ensuring that the lives of residents are fulfilled and meaningful.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Support people to participate in appropriate leisure activities and activities of daily living, normalising life as much as possible with joy and happiness.
• Providing personal care with empathy and sensitivity
• Receive tailored dementia training to enhance your skills and the lives of those you will support.
• Collaborating with a passionate, multidisciplinary team

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Ashlea Lodge Care Home

Within close proximity of the vibrant city of Sunderland and all that it has to offer, Ashlea Lodge is a modern home with two floors that provides specialist care for older people, many of whom are living with dementia.

Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.