Support Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring organization is seeking a Support Worker to provide compassionate care for individuals with mental health needs, particularly in a dementia care setting. This role offers a clear career progression pathway and numerous benefits, including competitive pay starting at £14.10 per hour. Applicants should hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have prior experience in a relevant care environment.

Benefits

Career development

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' experience in a Dementia care setting.
• Ability to provide personal care with empathy and sensitivity.
• Willingness to receive tailored dementia training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents are treated with respect and dignity.
• Support residents in leisure activities and daily living.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Building relationships

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Support Worker

Location: Archers Court Nursing Care Home-Archer Road, Farringdon, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR3 3DJ
Salary: £14.10

Schedule/Hours: Full & Part-time available – Nights

Pay Rates:

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care: £13.27 hour
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care: £14.10 hour

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to live empowered, fulfilling lives? If you hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have at least 6 months’ experience in a Dementia care setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• As a Specialist Support Worker, you will help us to ensure that people are treated with respect and dignity. Your approach will be empathetic, compassionate, and focused on ensuring that the lives of residents are fulfilled and meaningful.
• Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Support people to participate in appropriate leisure activities and activities of daily living, normalising life as much as possible with joy and happiness
• Providing personal care with empathy and sensitivity
• Receive tailored dementia training to enhance your skills and the lives of those you will support
• Collaborating with a passionate, multidisciplinary team

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Archers Court Nursing Care Home

Just north of the city of Sunderland Archers Court is a light and friendly nursing home, focusing on high quality care for older people, who are living with dementia.

Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

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Apply today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Salary / Benefits: £14.10