Support Worker

Dovehaven Care Homes; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn While You Learn: Diploma while at

28 days annual leave

4 weekly pay

Free parking

Reimbursed DBS cost

Free uniform

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Dovehaven Care Homes is recruiting a Support Worker at Callands, Warrington, to support adults with complex needs including Dementia and Parkinson’s, on day and night shifts with weekend availability on a rota. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and help with daily living activities to enable independence.

Training in trauma-informed care and Positive Behaviour Support is provided; NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Caring, respectful approach to diverse needs and backgrounds.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and PBS; training provided.
• Commitment to excellence and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care.
• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
• Promote dignity, choice and independence.
• Implement care plans and behaviour support strategies.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and document accurately.

Skills

Caring attitude

Resilience

Trauma-informed care

PBS training provided

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

*Please note we do not offer Sponsorship*

Are you driven by compassion and committed to excellence in care? Join our dedicated team supporting adults with complex needs including Dementia plus, Parkinson’s Disease, enduring mental health conditions and behavioural support requirements.

At the heart of our service is a belief in strength in unity—working together to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every individual is respected, empowered, and supported to live meaningfully.

Dovehaven Care Homes are Recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team at Callands, Callands Road, Warrington. Working DAYS 7am- 7pm OR Nights 7pm - 7am on a rota basis with alternate weekend availability required. 44hr,33hr or 22hr Contract available.

Your Role

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital part in helping individuals achieve their goals and maintain independence. You’ll support with personal care, daily living activities, and engagement in therapeutic routines, using trauma-informed approaches and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).

What You’ll Do

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care
• Motivate and support individuals to engage in meaningful activities
• Promote dignity, choice, and independence
• Implement care plans and behaviour support strategies
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Uphold accountability through accurate documentation and reflective practice

What You Bring

• A caring, respectful approach to diverse needs and backgrounds
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic care environment
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and PBS (training provided)
• Commitment to excellence and continuous learning
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)

Why Join Us?

• A culture rooted in compassion and respect
• Strong team ethos and peer support
• Ongoing training and career development
• Recognition of your contributions and accountability

Benefits:

• ‘Earn While You Learn’ scheme – complete a Diploma (NVQ) whilst working for us
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• 4 weekly pay
• Free parking
• Reimbursed DBS cost
• Free uniform
• Pension Scheme

As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice

If you feel you have the right values for our family run Company, you will be supported by a programme of induction, training and development throughout your career with us.

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