Support Worker

ENHANCE HEALTHCARE LTD; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Wages via Stream early access

Staff benefits via Stream

Training & development

Career progression

Supervision & appraisal

Job summary

Forbes House in Prestwick, United Kingdom, seeks a caring Care Assistant / Support Worker to help residents with daily personal care, mobility and activities, supporting independence and a fulfilling daily life. You will work as part of a friendly team, building trusting relationships and promoting dignity and respect in every interaction.

The role offers full-time, part-time and flexible bank opportunities with day and night shifts, training, career progression and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and respectful towards others.
• Reliable, responsible and committed to quality care.
• Good communicator who builds relationships.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Person-centered, recognising individual needs and life experiences.
• Willing to undertake training and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care respecting choices, dignity and independence.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility and routines.
• Assist with food and fluid intake per care needs.
• Encourage participation in meaningful activities and social interaction.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive relationships.
• Recognise and report changes in health or wellbeing.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a safe, supportive environment.

Skills

Kind and compassionate

Reliable and responsible

Good communication

Team player

Person-centered approach

Job description

About Forbes House

Forbes House provides care and support across our Elderly Care Unit and Learning Disability Care Unit. We are committed to helping the people we support live with dignity, independence, choice and respect.

About the Role

Are you kind, compassionate and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

As a Care Assistant / Support Worker at Forbes House, you'll support residents with their individual care needs while encouraging independence and helping them enjoy a fulfilling daily life.

From supporting everyday routines and personal care to sharing activities, having a chat over a cup of tea and getting to know each person's life story, you'll help create a caring and supportive environment where every individual matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care that respects each individual's choices, dignity and independence.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility and everyday routines.
• Assist with food and fluid intake, following individual care needs.
• Encourage participation in meaningful activities and social interaction.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and build positive relationships with residents.
• Recognise and report changes in residents' health or wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, supportive environment.

About You

• Kind, compassionate and respectful towards others.
• Reliable, responsible and committed to providing quality care.
• A good communicator who enjoys building relationships.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Person-centred, recognising each individual's needs, preferences and life experiences.
• Willing to undertake training and develop your skills within the role.

What We Offer

• Full-time, part-time and flexible bank opportunities.
• Dayshift and nightshift vacancies.
• A supportive management team and care team.
• EVOLVE statutory and mandatory training.
• Opportunities to gain qualifications and develop your career.
• Regular supervision and appraisal.
• Pension scheme.
• Stream early access to earned wages.
• Employee benefits, discounts and rewards through Stream.
• Opportunities for career progression within Enhance Healthcare.

Join the Forbes House Team

If you're passionate about supporting others and want to make a positive difference in the lives of the people we care for, we'd love to hear from you.