Support Worker

National Care Group; Shildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Shildon is seeking a passionate Support Worker. In this role, you will provide personal care and support to individuals, helping them to achieve their personal goals and enjoy independent lives. The position offers 15-40 hours per week with a competitive salary and benefits like a welcome bonus and ongoing training. Join us to make a lasting difference in the lives of those you support.

Benefits

£300 Welcome Bonus

Paid, ongoing training

Clear career development pathways

Diversity and inclusion

Refer-a-Friend rewards

Flexible financial support

Qualifications

• Dependable and kind nature.
• Motivated to support others in achieving their goals.
• Previous care experience preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily needs.
• Plan and participate in activities.
• Encourage independence in individuals.

Skills

Caring attitude

Great listening skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Support Worker | Salary: £12.21 per hour (£25,396.80 per annum) | Working Hours: 15-40 hours per week

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 life is like as a support worker: https://youtu.be/B5BD5rwYp3E

Why choose National Care Group? 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.

Benefits

• £300 Welcome Bonus – our way of saying thank you for joining
• 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 – with 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.

• Provide personal care and supporting with eating, medication, and routine
• Help plan and participate in fun activities, trips, and community events
• Encourage independence and celebrating 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. 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!