Support Worker (agency)

Prospero Health & Social Care - Liverpool; Old Colwyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and social care provider in Old Colwyn is seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide essential support to individuals. Candidates should have previous care experience, a compassionate nature, and excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible shifts, allowing you to empower individuals to live independently and fulfill their personal goals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care or support work required.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one) necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support to individuals with varying needs.
• Assist with personal care, daily activities, and medication management.
• Help clients achieve their personal goals through emotional encouragement.

Skills

Compassionate and patient nature

Excellent communication skills

Ability to adapt to changing needs

Team player

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent (desirable)

Job description

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 individual's requirements. Your role will involve both practical support and emotional encouragement, helping clients achieve their personal goals.

What We're 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 willingness to apply for one)

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 are:

• 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