Support Worker - Extra Care

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join their team in Bristol. This role focuses on assisting elderly residents in maintaining their independence and dignity through personal care and engagement in social activities. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality care and support, ensuring residents feel respected and valued. With flexible hours and excellent career progression opportunities, this is a rewarding position where your contributions will make a significant difference in the lives of those you support.

Benefits

Mileage allowance for cars and bikes

Flexible full or part-time hours

Free uniform and PPE

Excellent career progression opportunities

Structured support for new starters

Out-of-hours support

Training towards Care Certificate and other courses

Paid shadowing in the field

Unlimited referral bonuses

Paid mandatory refresher training

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting elderly residents with physical frailty.
• Ability to assist with personal care activities and promote independence.

Responsibilities

• Support elderly residents with mobility and personal care.
• Engage residents in recreational and social activities.

Skills

Personal Care

Mobility Assistance

Engagement Activities

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

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Support Worker Opportunity at Radis Community Care

Radis Community Care has an opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team based in Bristol.

Note: We are currently unable to consider sponsorship for this role.

Positions available: Full-time and Part-time

About the Role

As a Support Worker in our Extra Care Scheme, you will primarily support elderly residents who are experiencing physical frailty, helping them maintain independence. Responsibilities include assisting residents with mobility, helping them access dining and communal areas, and respecting their privacy at their request.

You will assist with personal care activities such as washing, hygiene, and dressing. The role also involves engaging residents in recreational and social activities to promote mental and physical stimulation.

Our goal is to promote residents' independence, choice, dignity, and respect by providing the highest standards of care.

Benefits

• Mileage allowance for cars and bikes
• Flexible full or part-time hours
• Free uniform and PPE
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Structured support for new starters
• Out-of-hours support
• Training towards Care Certificate, Dementia, End-of-life, and other courses
• Online and office-based training
• Paid shadowing in the field
• Unlimited referral bonuses (subject to conditions)
• Paid mandatory refresher training

About Radis Community Care

Established in 2001, Radis Community Care is a leading provider of community-based social care and support for vulnerable adults and children across England and Wales. We focus on enabling individuals to live independently in their own homes and communities.

We care for a diverse range of service users, including the elderly and those with physical and/or learning disabilities. Our services are tailored to meet individual needs, ranging from brief daily visits to 24-hour live-in care, both short and long-term.

Radis Community Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.