Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Shildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid ongoing training with recognised qualifications

Career development pathways

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Refer-a-Friend rewards

Flexible financial support through earned pay access

Job summary

National Care Group Limited in Shildon is seeking a Support Worker to join Highlea Care. In this role, you will help individuals live fulfilling and independent lives while providing personal care and support.

Candidates who are kind, dependable, and eager to make a difference are encouraged to apply. Ongoing training, career development, and a supportive work environment are offered.

For more details, contact [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Kind and dependable personality.
• Previous experience in care is welcomed but not essential.
• Willing to undergo training and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with eating, medication, and routine.
• Help plan and participate in fun activities and community events.
• Encourage independence and celebrate every milestone.
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Build positive, trusting relationships through listening.
• Support individuals to achieve their personal goals.

Skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Motivation to support others

Listening and communication skills

Job description

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We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team at Highlea Care, Shildon

Highlea Care Limited is part of National Care Group. Highlea Care is a well-established and trusted provider of supported living and outreach services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and other complex support requirements.

At the heart of everything we do is a person‑centred approach — we work closely with each individual to understand their goals, build on their strengths, and help them live confident, independent, and fulfilling lives.

No day is the same and no individual we support is the same. Check out what a life is like as a support worker: https://youtu.be/B5BD5rwYp3E

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, autism 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.

At National Care Group, you’re not just joining a job—you're joining a mission: to empower people to live their best lives, with dignity, independence, and support every step of the way.

Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Paid, ongoing training with recognised qualifications
• Clear career development pathways – we promote from within
• A workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion
• Refer‑a‑Friend rewards – get rewarded for bringing great people into our team
• Flexible financial support – instant access to earned pay via Stream

The Support Worker Role:

As a Support Worker, you'll play a key role in the lives of those you support. You’ll help people build confidence, develop skills, and live fulfilling, independent lives. Every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact.

You will:

• Provide personal care and support with eating, medication, and routine
• Help plan and participate in fun activities, trips, and community events
• Encourage independence and celebrate every milestone
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and errands
• Build positive, trusting relationships through listening and open communication
• Support individuals to plan and achieve their personal goals and ambition

About you:

If you're kind, dependable, and ready to make a lasting difference in someone’s life, we’d love to hear from you.

• A caring, compassionate attitude
• Motivation to support others in reaching their goals
• Great listening and communication skills
• Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential — we’ll give you all the training and support you need to thrive.

Curious but not quite ready to apply?

No problem — feel free to reach out and have a quick chat with our team! We’re happy to answer questions or give you a better sense of the role before you hit “submit.” Just drop us a message at [e-mail]

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!