Support Worker

National Care Group; Woodside; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adult social care provider in Woodside is looking for a compassionate Support Worker to assist individuals in achieving their personal goals. You will provide personal care, encourage independence, and engage in community activities. No previous experience is required, as comprehensive training will be provided to help you excel. This role offers a £300 welcome bonus and ongoing professional development, all within a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

£300 Welcome Bonus

Paid ongoing training with recognized qualifications

Career development pathways

Diversity and inclusion focus

Refer-a-Friend rewards

Flexible financial support

Qualifications

• A compassionate attitude to support and empower individuals.
• Previous experience in care is welcomed but not essential.
• Excellent listening and communication skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including eating and medication support.
• Plan and participate in activities and community events.
• Encourage independence and support personal goals.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication skills

Ability to motivate others

Job description

you’re kind, dependable, and ready to make a lasting difference in someone’s life, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, compassionate attitude
• Motivation to support others in reaching their goals
• Great listening and communication skills
• Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential – we’ll give you all the training and support you need to thrive. Curious but not quite ready to apply? No problem – feel free to reach out and have a quick chat with our team! We’re happy to answer questions or give you a better sense of the role before you hit the ground running.

Benefits

• £300 Welcome Bonus – our way of saying thank you for joining
• Paid, ongoing training with recognised qualifications
• Clear career development pathways – we promote from within
• A workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion
• Refer‑a‑Friend rewards – get rewarded for bringing great people to our team
• Flexible financial support, with instant access to earned pay via Stream

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autism and complex related needs. Our mission is to empower those we support to lead their best life, giving them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

We won Specialist Care Provider of the Year 2025 in the large group category at the National Care Awards! Highlea Care Limited is part of National Care Group, offering well‑established supported living and outreach services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and other complex support requirements. At the heart of what we do is a person‑centred approach – we work closely with each individual to understand their goals, build on their strengths, and help them live confident, independent, and fulfilling lives. No day is the same and no individual we support is the same. Check out what a life is like as a support worker: YouTube video.

The Support Worker Role

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in the lives of those you support. You’ll help people build confidence, develop skills, and live fulfilling, independent lives. Every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including eating, medication and routine support
• Help plan and participate in fun activities, trips and community events
• Encourage independence and celebrate every milestone
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning and errands
• Build positive, trusting relationships through listening and open communication
• Support individuals to plan and achieve their personal goals and ambitions