Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

National Care Group Limited is recruiting a Support Worker for National Neurological Services in Preston. This full-time role (36 hours per week) involves supporting people with acquired brain injuries and neurological conditions to regain independence and live safely at home.

You will help with daily tasks, personal care, meals, medications, and participate in activities, with paid training and opportunities for qualification.

Qualifications

• Caring attitude and commitment to helping others.
• Experience working in care environments is a plus.
• Strong communication and listening abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing and planning goals.
• Assist with daily tasks and practical activities (cooking, cleaning, errands).
• Assist with personal care, including eating and medication administration.
• Plan and participate in activities and days out.
• Support individuals to become more independent.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Listening skills

Job description

Job Description

Support Worker

Full Time - 36 hours a week

Salary: £13.04 per hour

Service: National Neurological Services

We are currently recruiting for Support workers to join our team at National Neurological Services - Preston

At National Neurological Services we support people with Acquired Brain Injuries and Neurological conditions in the rehabilitation. We strive to achieve personal goals and endeavour to support individuals in regaining as much independence as possible following the injury or condition. Our ultimate aim is for individuals to be able to return home and enjoy their lives again.

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. We Won Specialist Care Provider 2025! -National Care Group

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 Stream, enabling greater control over your finances.