Support Worker

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

Job summary

An established care provider in the UK is looking for a Female Support Worker to assist young adults with complex needs. Responsibilities include personal care, daily task assistance, and creating engaging activities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a caring attitude. The role offers a stable career path with opportunities for training and recognition, while promoting a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Recognised qualifications

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and achieving goals.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Confidence to ask for help when needed.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with young adults.
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Support with personal care and tasks as needed.
• Plan and participate in enjoyable activities.
• Facilitate independence for those supported.

Skills

Caring attitude

Excellent listening skills

Team player

Resilience

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Female Support Worker

Salary: £12.27 per hour

Working Hours: Up to 40 hours per week

Service: Jameson's Supported Living - Foots Farm Lane

We are currently recruiting for support workers to join our team in a brand new service! Foots Farm Lane is due to open in January 2026 & is based in Clacton On Sea, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of the journey!

Jameson's Supported Living (part of National Care Group) support individuals (18+) with complex and enduring mental health needs in & around Colchester.

Foots Farm Lane includes two bungalows & will provide spacious shared supported living accommodation for up to 5 people.

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 Stream (formally known as Wagestream) enabling greater control over your finances.

NCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and all colleagues working with these groups are expected to share a commitment to this. You will be expected to report any concerns relating to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults in accordance with agreed procedures. If your own conduct in relation to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults gives cause for concern, NCG’s agreed protection procedures will be followed