Support Worker - Extra Care

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

Job summary

An established industry player in community care is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join their team in Exeter. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of elderly residents, assisting them with personal care and mobility while promoting their independence and dignity. With full training provided, including specialized courses, this position is ideal for those looking to grow in a rewarding career. Join a supportive team that values respect and choice, ensuring the highest standards of care for vulnerable individuals in their own homes.

Benefits

Free uniform and PPE

Excellent career progression opportunities

Structured support for new starters

Paid shadowing in the field

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care to elderly individuals.
• Ability to assist with mobility and daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Support elderly residents with personal care and mobility.
• Promote independence and dignity through tailored care.

Skills

Personal Care

Communication Skills

Empathy

Physical Assistance

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

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

At this present time, we are unable to consider sponsorship for this role.

About the role

As a Support Worker in our Extra Care Scheme, you will predominantly support the elderly who are finding it difficult to cope due to physical frailty, enabling them to maintain independence. The role involves assisting residents with restricted mobility to move to dining areas at meal times, communal areas for social activities, and to their bedrooms upon request.

You will assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, and dressing. There are opportunities to engage in physical and mental stimulation through recreational and social activities, both individually and in groups.

The role aims to promote residents' independence, choice, dignity, and respect by delivering the highest standards of care.

Benefits of the role

• Full or part-time hours available
• Free uniform and PPE
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Structured support for new starters
• Out of hours support
• Full training, including Care Certificate, Dementia, End of Life, and other courses
• Online and office-based training
• Paid shadowing in the field
• Refer a friend bonus (unlimited payments, conditions apply)
• Payment for mandatory refresher training

About Radis

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 helping individuals live independently in their own homes and communities.

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

How to apply?

• Apply now through the advert
• Call us at 0300 100 8181 and ask for Abbie

Radis Community Care is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applicants from all community sectors.