Support Worker: Complex Care (Purley) Day & Night Shifts

Active Care Group; Coulsdon; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Active Learning Hub

Nest Pension

Medicash Health Plan

EAP Helpline & App

Refer a Friend Scheme

Birthday off

Job summary

Active Care Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Foxley Lane in Purley. You will deliver person-centred care to up to eight adults with epilepsy, learning and physical disabilities and autism, across day and night shifts (42 hours per week).

Joining us means contributing to a safe, dignified, and empowering environment while following PCPs, safeguarding policies, and medication procedures. NVQ/QCF2 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it is required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or complex care is desirable.
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to person-centred support.
• Good communication, record-keeping, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays.
• Understanding of safeguarding, dignity, equality, and promoting independence.
• Ability to follow care plans, risk assessments, and medication procedures.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards this).

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care and support in line with individual PCPs.
• Administer medication and support individuals with epilepsy and other healthcare needs.
• Provide personal care, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
• Support individuals with daily living activities, mobility, and community participation.
• Manage and respond appropriately to behaviours that challenge.
• Maintain accurate care records and ensure confidentiality at all times.
• Act as a key worker and liaise effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the service, including mentoring colleagues and assisting with shift leadership.
• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Complex care experience

Person-centred care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Safeguarding awareness

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

Active Care Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Foxley Lane in Purley. You will deliver person-centred care to up to eight adults with epilepsy, learning and physical disabilities and autism, across day and night shifts (42 hours per week).

Joining us means contributing to a safe, dignified, and empowering environment while following PCPs, safeguarding policies, and medication procedures. NVQ/QCF2 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it is required.