Support Worker

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Trafford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotas 4 weeks in advance

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Supportive management and clear career

Access to holiday pot

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a residential children’s care home. You will provide person-centred support and help with daily living needs while honoring dignity and privacy.

The role requires compassion, patience, and strong communication; NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable, with a salary of £27,144 to £36,192 per year and monthly pay. Full-time, with day and night shifts, in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable.
• Experience working in a similar role and setting desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 3:1 or 4:1 person-centred support within the home.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, medication and daily living needs while maintaining dignity and privacy.
• Provide emotional support and companionship, encouraging independence and individual choice.
• Support with behaviours that may challenge, following agreed care plans and positive behaviour support approaches.
• Monitor wellbeing, maintain accurate care records and follow safeguarding procedures to ensure safe, consistent care.

Skills

Complex care

Homecare

Supported living

Residential care

Nursing care

Caring & patient

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to a residential children’s care home in the Manchester area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading children’s healthcare providers

We are looking for people who genuinely want to make a positive difference to the life of the individual they support. The right person will be patient, understanding and willing to build a trusting relationship, while being there for the individual through both their good and more challenging days

Key duties

• Provide 3:1 or 4:1 person-centred support within the home


• Assist with personal care, mobility, medication and daily living needs while maintaining dignity and privacy


• Provide emotional support and companionship, encouraging independence and individual choice


• Support with behaviours that may challenge, following agreed care plans and positive behaviour support approaches


• Monitor wellbeing, maintain accurate care records and follow safeguarding procedures to ensure safe, consistent care

Preferred skills and experience

• Previous experience in complex care, homecare, supported living, residential care, nursing care or a similar environment is desirable


• Experience supporting individuals with complex care or support needs


• A caring, compassionate and patient approach


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to build professional and trusting relationships with individuals and their families

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care – Desirable + experience working in a similar role and setting**

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £27,144 - £36,192 per annum - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 36-48 hours a week on days & nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

Benefits

• Rotas 4 weeks in advance


• Regular opportunities for overtime


• Ongoing training and development


• Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities


• Access to your holiday pot at any time, releasing the funds when you need them most


• 24/7 support, with somebody always on hand to advise and help

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