Support Worker (Days) - Killelea

Bury Care Academy; Bury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate of £14.14

Rotas provided 4 weeks in advance

Training and ongoing support

Supportive and friendly environment

Multidisciplinary team

Job summary

Killelea House is seeking a Support Worker to assist residents on their rehabilitation journey within a multidisciplinary team. The role offers flexible day shifts across a 34.5–40 hour week and a supportive, Outstanding-service environment.

You will provide person-centred care, help with daily living activities, and support residents toward greater independence with empathy and professionalism. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Understands rehabilitation and changing needs.
• Clear and compassionate communication.
• Flexible, patient, and resilient.
• Values dignity, respect, and individuality.
• Experience in care or personal caring for family or friends.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred care and rehabilitation support
• Assisting individuals with daily living tasks and personal care where required
• Supporting customers to work towards independence and personal goals
• Adapting support as individuals’ needs change
• Encouraging choice, dignity, and independence
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and health professionals
• Maintaining accurate records and following care plans
• Ensuring a safe, respectful, and supportive environment at all times

Skills

Rehabilitation understanding

Clear communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Who We Are

Killelea House is a care setting dedicated to supporting residents in a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. We are committed to providing high-quality care and ensuring residents’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

Following their latest successful CQC inspection, the now Outstanding Killelea offers adult rehabilitation for those who have suffered a health condition and are well enough to leave hospital but may not be ready to live independently again at their own home.

About the Role

Please note: this role does not offer visa sponsorship.

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals through their rehabilitation journey. This is a dynamic environment where individuals’ needs can change daily, meaning flexibility, empathy, and strong communication skills are essential.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support customers with their recovery, day‑to‑day activities, and personal goals, helping them move towards a more independent lifestyle.

Set up of hours:

• 34.5 - 40 hours per week.
• A range of day shifts of either 08:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-8:00pm / 08:00am-8:00pm
• You must be able to work every other weekend (one weekend in, one weekend off)
• Flexibility is key for this role and you must be able to work flexibly over 7 days
• Your rotas will be provided 4 weeks in advance.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing person‑centred care and rehabilitation support
• Assisting individuals with daily living tasks and personal care where required
• Supporting customers to work towards independence and personal goals
• Adapting support as individuals’ needs change
• Encouraging choice, dignity, and independence
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and health professionals
• Maintaining accurate records and following care plans
• Ensuring a safe, respectful, and supportive environment at all times

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Understands rehabilitation and the changing nature of customer needs
• Communicates clearly and compassionately
• Is flexible, patient, and resilient
• Values dignity, respect, and individuality
• Has experience in care or personal experience caring for family or friends (we value personal qualities over formal experience)
• Is willing to learn, develop, and work as part of a team

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.14
• Rotas provided 4 weeks in advance to support work-life balance
• Training and ongoing support within an Outstanding service
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• A multidisciplinary team offering the opportunity to expand on your current role or retrain in other complimentary roles.

What’s Next?

The deadline for applications is Monday 16th November, with shortlisting taking place on Tuesday 17th November, and interviews scheduled to take place on Thursday 19th November between 9am and 3pm.