Support Worker

National Care Group Limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Support Worker, where you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults with complex needs. This role offers the chance to build positive relationships, assist with daily activities, and promote independence. With a commitment to personal growth and an inclusive culture, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Enjoy opportunities for professional development, comprehensive training, and a rewarding career path in a leading provider of adult social care. If you are passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Wagestream app

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and helping them achieve their goals.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and support young adults with complex needs.
• Assist with daily tasks and personal care.

Skills

Caring attitude

Listening skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resilience

Job description

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Sunderland SR6

Salary: £12.21 per hour (£19,047.60 per annum)

Working Hours: 30 hours per week

Service: Affinity Supporting People South Limited

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team atEssential Care and Support Limited - Sunderland

Essential Care and Support is a part of the National Care Group and is adedicated specialist in providing person centred care across our supported living, outreach and day services. We support some incredible individuals with a range of support needs including Mental Health, Dementia, Physical Disabilities and Elderly care. If you want to make a difference every day, 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

You will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.
• You will help to plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and running errands.
• You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• You will help to plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy.
• You will make a positive impact on someone's life by supporting them to become more independent wherever possible.

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!