Support Worker

Active Care Group; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nest pension

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Induction and ongoing training

DBS paid

Job summary

Active Care Group is seeking dedicated Support Workers to help a warm, 80-year-old client in Mere, Wiltshire. You will provide compassionate in-home and community support, enabling independence while managing respiratory care with clinical backing.

Shifts include days 8am–8:30pm and waking nights 8pm–8am on a zero-hours contract. A driving licence and transport access are required due to rural location. Training and ongoing clinical support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex care settings preferred.
• Willingness to travel to client home and community.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including days and nights.

Responsibilities

• Support client at home and in community to maintain independence.
• Provide companionship and encourage engagement in activities.
• Manage complex respiratory care needs with clinical guidance from supervisors.
• Collaborate with care team to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Driving licence

Job description

Make a Real Difference Every DayAre you a compassionate, curious, and caring individual looking to develop your skills in complex care? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and helping someone live life to the fullest?Welcome to Active Care Group—one of the UK’s largest and most trusted providers of complex care. We’re building a brand-new team of passionate Support Workers to support our incredible client in his family home in the charming village of Mere, Wiltshire.Meet the client:Our client is an 80-year-old RAF veteran and former engineer, businessman, and teacher who is making excellent progress in his rehabilitation following a respiratory and cardiac arrest and stroke nearly three years ago. He requires a tracheostomy and enteral feeding tube to support his ongoing health needs.Despite these challenges, he leads an active and fulfilling life. He enjoys attending model railway events, working on projects in his dedicated hobby room, going to the gym two to three times a week, and following football.You will be supporting a warm, friendly gentleman with a great sense of humour who lives with his wife in a welcoming family home. This is an opportunity to provide meaningful support, companionship, and encouragement, helping him continue to enjoy the activities that bring him purpose and enjoyment.Shifts Available:Days 8am – 8:30pmWaking Nights - 8:00pm – 8amYou'll work with one individual, allowing you to build a consistent and trusted relationship while becoming part of a dedicated care team. Although hours are generally regular and consistent, the position is offered on a zero-hours contract.Please note: Due to the rural location of the client's home, a driving licence and access to transport are required. We are happy to discuss travel arrangements with candidates travelling from further afield.What you'll be doing:This is more than a care role. You'll support our client both at home and in the community, helping him maintain his independence and quality of life while managing complex respiratory care needs.You'll receive specialist training from the highly regarded Lane Fox Remeo Unit, alongside ongoing clinical support and guidance from our Clinical Nurse Manager, ensuring you feel confident and fully supported in your role.What to look forward to:We believe in looking after our staff as well as our clients. When you join us, you’ll receive:Competitive pay: up to £15.50 based on experiencePaid DBS check and full induction trainingA consistent and reliable work scheduleHoliday pay and Nest pensionAccess to our Active Awards recognition programmeRefer-a-Friend scheme – earn up to £1,000Ongoing support from our clinical specialists and leadership teamThe chance to grow your career within a supportive, professional organisationAt Active Care Group we want everyone to feel welcome and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, just let us know and we’d be very happy to discuss this with you. Take a look around the company https://activecaregroup.co.uk/