Support Worker

Medco Recruitment Limited; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Medco Recruitment Limited is seeking a caring and reliable Support Worker to provide person-centred care, helping individuals maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life. You will support daily living activities, personal care, and accompany social and community activities.

You will follow care plans, manage records, and work with families and professionals to safeguard wellbeing. DBS checks and right-to-work verification will be required, along with suitable qualifications such as

Qualifications

• Identity verification (passport, driving licence or equivalent)
• Right to work in the UK verification
• Enhanced DBS check including barred-list information where applicable
• Full employment history including gaps explained
• References from previous employment
• Certificates for any care/health and social care qualifications held (e.g., NVQ/QCF)
• Care Certificate

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing.
• Support individuals with social and community activities.
• Follow individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Assist with medication in line with training and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns or changes in wellbeing.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and confidentiality procedures.
• Collaborate with families and other professionals.
• Attend training, supervision and team meetings as required.

Education

NVQ/QCF

Job description

SUPPORT WORKER

We are looking for a caring, compassionate, and reliable Support Worker to provide person-centred care and support to individuals, helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.

The successful candidate will support individuals with their daily activities, personal care, medication where appropriate, appointments, and community involvement. They will provide emotional and practical support, build positive relationships, and ensure that individuals' needs and preferences are respected.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing.
• Support individuals with social and community activities.
• Follow individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Assist with medication in line with training and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and report any concerns or changes in wellbeing.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality procedures.
• Work effectively with colleagues, families, and other professionals.
• Attend training, supervision, and team meetings as required.

Required Documents and Checks

• Proof of identity - valid passport, driving licence or other accepted identification.
• Right to work in the UK - appropriate evidence or online right-to-work verification.
• Enhanced DBS check - appropriate DBS check for the role, including barred-list information where legally applicable.
• Full employment history - including explanations for any gaps in employment.
• References - satisfactory employment or professional references, normally covering relevant previous employment.
• Relevant qualifications - certificates for any care or health and social care qualifications held, such as an NVQ/QCF.
• Care Certificate