Support Worker

National Care Group; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Support Worker, where your caring attitude and passion for helping others can make a real difference. In this fulfilling role, you will work closely with young adults facing complex challenges, assisting them with personal care and daily tasks while empowering them to achieve their goals. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, this organization offers continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring you can thrive in your career. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey of support and empowerment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Wagestream

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and helping them achieve their goals.
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults with complex needs in daily tasks and personal care.
• Plan and participate in activities to promote independence.

Skills

Caring attitude

Excellent listening skills

Communication skills

Team player

Resilience

Job description

Job Description Support Worker
Salary: £12.21 per hour (£19,047.60 per annum)
Working Hours: 30 hours per week
Service: Affinity Supporting People South Limited
We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker – Waking Nights to join our team at Affinity Supporting People South Limited – Rochdale.
Affinity Supporting People South Limited is part of the National Care Group. We provide supported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health, and challenging behaviours. Our dedicated team works closely with those we support to deliver person-centred care, empowering each individual to reach their goals and fulfil their aspirations.
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.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
We invite you to apply anyway!
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!