Support Worker - Day Centre

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for a Support Worker in Solihull. You will assist residents with daily living activities, ensuring their dignity is maintained while promoting independence. This role offers competitive hourly pay and ongoing shifts. Suitable candidates must have social care experience and a passion for making an impact in people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Consistent weekly shifts

Free training through an online portal

Dedicated consultant support

Refer-a-friend scheme with shopping voucher

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in a Social Care role.
• Enhanced DBS with adult's barred list.
• Understanding of the responsibilities of a Support Worker.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities and encourage independence.
• Carry out personal care and medication runs.
• Promote confidence and self-esteem among service users.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Empathy

Education

Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker for Solihull Council, you will be part of a great organisation that puts people at the heart of everything they do.

Your new role

Your main job as a support worker will be to assist residents with normal activities of daily living, promoting independence and maintaining their dignity and respect. In addition to carrying out tasks to ensure the smooth running of the home, you should also encourage service users to have confidence and high self-esteem, and most importantly, to have fun. The shifts include domiciliary care, personal care, and medication runs. The hours are Monday - Friday, 9:30 - 16:30, and the location is Solihull.

What you'll need to succeed

• At least 6 months experience within a Social Care role
• Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Enhanced DBS with adult's barred list (Hays can request a new DBS)
• Able to obtain employment references from the past 5 years
• Understanding of the responsibilities of a Support Worker
• A passion for caring for individuals and making an impact on people's lives!

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive hourly pay and consistent weekly shifts on an ongoing basis. You will have a dedicated consultant who will understand your needs and secure roles for you based on them. We also have a refer-a-friend scheme: if you refer a friend to us and they complete 6 months’ work with Hays, you will receive a £250 shopping voucher. Hays offers free training through our online portal, allowing you to develop your skills.