Support Worker

M & D Care; Rotherslade; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

At M & D Care, we support adults to live independently in a safe, welcoming environment. You will help with daily activities, encourage personal growth and participation in hobbies, and work with families and health professionals to deliver compassionate care.

No previous care experience is required to join our team. We are looking for caring, motivated individuals who share our values and are committed to making a real difference, with comprehensive training provided.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and reliable individuals essential.
• Ability to work flexibly in a rota including weekends and sleep-ins.
• Right to work in the UK and full UK driving licence (if applicable).
• Desirable: QCF Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Desirable: Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people with everyday living activities
• Promoting independence and life skills
• Encouraging participation in hobbies and interests
• Supporting access to community activities and activities in the home
• Providing emotional support and encouragement
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Supporting with medication administration
• Maintaining accurate records
• Working closely with families and healthcare professionals

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Positive and encouraging

Reliable and committed

Patient and understanding

Good communicators

Education

QCF Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

What You will Be Doing

• Supporting people with everyday living activities


• Promoting independence and life skills


• Encouraging participation in hobbies and interests


• Supporting access to community activities and activities in the home


• Providing emotional support and encouragement


• Assisting with personal care where required


• Supporting with medication administration


• Maintaining accurate records


• Working closely with families and healthcare professionals

Who Will You Be Supporting?

You will be supporting adults who need support to carry out their daily activities. Our homes provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their independence, make their own choices and achieve goals that are important to them. No two people are the same, and that is what makes this role so rewarding.

We Are Looking for Candidates Who Are:

• Caring and compassionate


• Positive and encouraging


• Reliable and committed


• Patient and understanding


• Good communicators who are passionate about supporting those in our care to reach their full potential.

Essential

We are recruiting a male candidate for this position due to the needs of the service

• Full UK Driving Licence


• Ability to work flexibly across a rota, including weekends and sleep-ins.


• Right to work in the UK

Desirable- not essential

• Previous experience working within care or support services.


• QCF Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification


• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism.

You do not need previous care experience to join our team. We are looking for caring, motivated individuals with the right values and a genuine desire to make a difference. Through our comprehensive training and ongoing support, we will help you develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the role.

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

Many of our managers started their careers as Support Workers.
Whether your ambition is to become a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager or Registered Manager, we will provide the training, guidance, and opportunities to help you achieve your goals.