Support Worker (Agency)

Prospero Health & Social Care - Liverpool; Colwyn Bay; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and social care organization is seeking passionate Support Workers in Colwyn Bay to provide essential support to individuals with varying needs. The role involves assisting with personal care, daily activities, and medication management while ensuring clients can live fulfilling and independent lives. Prior experience in care, excellent communication skills, and a caring nature are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care or support work is essential.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and families.
• Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support to individuals with varying needs.
• Assist with personal care, daily activities, and medication management.
• Encourage emotional support and help clients achieve personal goals.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work flexibly

Positive attitude

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Support Worker
Area : Colwyn Bay
Pay Rate : GBP 16 - GBP 20 Per Hour
Hours : Full - Time, Part - Time, Flexible Shifts

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in your area. If you are someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, rewarding environment and has a desire to empower individuals to live independently, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide essential support to individuals with varying needs, ensuring they have the opportunity to live fulfilling and independent lives. You will assist with personal care, daily activities, medication management, and social engagement, tailored to each individuals requirements. Your role will involve both practical support and emotional encouragement, helping clients achieve their personal goals.

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience in care or support work.
• A compassionate and patient nature, with a genuine interest in supporting people.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing needs of clients.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a team player.
• Enhanced DBS check (or Ewillingness to apply for one)

Client Needs

The people involved in these placements can have a range of needs, including:

• Challenging & aggressive behaviour
• Learning disability
• Autistic Spectrum Condition
• ADHD
• Personality Disorder
• Self-Injury
• M.H diagnosis
• Victims of the range of abuses
• Inappropriate behaviours

Criteria for these roles

• Child and Adult DBS - on the update service
• Previous Experience in a similar role
• NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent (desirable not essential)
• References covering the last 3 years