Support Worker

Jupiter Recruitment; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits a dedicated Support Worker in a leading healthcare provider's nursing home in Weymouth. This role focuses on delivering high-quality care to elderly residents, including those with dementia. You will engage in personal care, encourage independence, and maintain accurate records while being part of a compassionate team. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a pension scheme and paid training. Join a rewarding environment where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Comprehensive induction and paid training

Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Costs for an enhanced DBS

Rewards for years of service

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Preferred skills include good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Promote well-being and provide high-quality care to residents.
• Assist with personal care and daily tasks for residents.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and support independence.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Team Player

Desire to Care for Others

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Support Worker to work in an exceptional nursing home based in the Weymouth, Dorset area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.

This nursing home specialises in general & dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as 'Good' by CQC.

To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

As a Support Worker, your key duties include:

1. Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents.
2. Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship.
3. Encourage independence, well-being and support vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities.
4. Ensure accurate record keeping at all times.

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

1. Have a genuine desire to care for others.
2. A good team player.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills.

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.00 per hour, with an annual salary of £22,464 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive the following generous benefits:

1. Pension scheme.
2. Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects.
3. Enhanced rates for bank holidays.
4. Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and company's Care Awards).
5. Paid breaks.
6. Uniform provided.
7. Refer a friend scheme.
8. Costs for an enhanced DBS.
9. Rewards for years of service.

Reference ID: 4116

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