Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in adult social care is seeking a Support Worker in Sheffield. As part of a compassionate team, you will provide essential 1:1 support for individuals with learning disabilities, helping them achieve their goals and enhance their independence. This role offers opportunities for career development, inclusivity, and personal well-being.

Benefits

Paid training and recognized qualifications

Well-being support for health and happiness

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Wagestream app

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable, with a passion for supporting others.
• Able to work effectively with colleagues.
• Resilient and confident in seeking support when needed.
• Strong listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a young woman with complex disabilities.
• Assist with all aspects of daily living.
• Promote person-centered support to achieve individual goals.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Excellent listening skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Support Worker

Salary: £12.21 per hour (£22,222 per annum)

Working Hours: 35 hours per week (7am - 10pm)

Service: Steps Newfield View

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team at Steps Newfield View.

Steps Newfield View is a part of the National Care Group and is a specialist provider working alongside people with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health and Autism.

Steps Newfield View is a part of the National Care Group and is a specialist provider working alongside people with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health and Autism.

We provide one-to-one support across 14 supporting living settings plus outreach in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. As a team we focus on tailored support to help each person achieve their individual goals and aspirations. If you want to make a difference every day supporting colleagues and people we support, then this may be the job for you.

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

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic female support worker to provide 1:1 support for a young woman with complex physical and learning disabilities. She is a full-time wheelchair user and requires full assistance with all aspects of daily living. She is a vibrant and joyful individual who enjoys watching films, listening to music, sensory activities and going out in the community on days out to the cinema, aquariums and zoos.

As a team we promote person centred support and help each person to achieve their goals and aspirations by focusing on the skills they have and building upon them. We are proud that we have made a positive impact on people’s lives and have been able to see people develop their skills and confidence so they can take ownership over their own lives.

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!