Support Worker

Livin Housing Limited; Turriff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care service provider in Turriff is seeking Support Workers to assist individuals in daily tasks and personal care, offering a rewarding environment. With a focus on independence and dignity, the role involves supporting various activities from personal hygiene to community engagement. Shifts may vary, and a full UK driving license is preferred due to location. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits such as training and recognition awards.

Benefits

Cost of PVG covered

Enrolment onto SVQ level 2

Care Worker of the Month financial award

Refer a friend scheme

Excellent training

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Eye test vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing service

Family Fun Day

Performance recognition platform

Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate genuine passion for helping others.
• Full UK driving license preferred for rural locations.
• All roles subject to relevant PVG/Security checks.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily tasks, personal care, and social activities.
• Help individuals maintain daily routines and life skills.
• Accompany service users to appointments and community activities.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Effective Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Hourly rate: £12.94

Support Worker Required!

Location: Turriff

Hourly rate: £12.94

Contract Type: Zero hours and Guarantee hours available.

About the Role:

Mears Group provides housing and care services across the UK, with a strong focus on supported living. We’re currently looking for Support Workers in Turriff, there will be a mixture of Full Time, Part Time and weekend shifts available.

In this role, you’ll help people live independently by supporting them with daily tasks, personal care and social activities at home and in the community. You’ll be part of a caring team that treats every individual with respect and compassion.

No two days are the same, and you’ll find real reward in making a difference to someone’s life. Because of the rural location, a full UK driving licence is preferred.

Speak to us about contracts and hours you are looking for!!

Key Criteria:

• Deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing
• Support with personal care, hygiene and medication
• Assist with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and shopping
• Help individuals maintain daily routines and develop life skills
• Accompany service users to appointments, clubs and community activities
• Organise and participate in day trips and social outings
• Support with hobbies and interests including arts and crafts, gardening and sports
• Encourage engagement in social visits to restaurants, pubs and local events
• Maintain accurate records and follow care plans and safeguarding procedures
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for helping others
• Show compassion, patience and empathy in all interactions
• Communicate effectively with service users, families and colleagues
• Work reliably, flexibly and proactively to meet individual needs
• Treat every service user with dignity and respect
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a supportive team

Our Support Workers experience variety and a huge sense of reward and achievement in their daily activities where no two days are the same and we place huge emphasis the fact that our customers are individuals, at Mears Supported Living we feel they all deserve to be treated as such.

Benefits:

• Cost of PVG covered
• Enrolment onto SVQ level 2 after successful completion of your 6 month probation.
• Care Worker of the Month financial award
• Refer a friend scheme (total award up to £1000)
• Excellent training
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye test vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme (Access to Free counselling service)
• Wellbeing service (Access to trained mental health & wellbeing advisors)
• Mears Annual Family Fun Day for you and your family to places like Blairdrummond Safari Park, M&Ds Themepark, fully paid for including lunch
• Mears Rewards - A performance recognition platform whereby you can be rewarded in high street vouchers
• Family friendly policy to include enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more.

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears- does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant PVG/Security checks either before or upon commencement of employment.

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:

Vickie Rudge ([e-mail])

If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

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