Support Worker - Extra Care

Radis Group; Loughton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking community care provider as a Part-Time Support Worker in Loughton. This role involves supporting elderly residents with personal care and mobility while promoting their independence and wellbeing. You'll engage residents in meaningful activities and receive comprehensive training, including the Care Certificate. With excellent career progression opportunities and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals. Embrace the chance to grow within a leading organization dedicated to community-based care.

Benefits

NEST Pension

Free uniform and PPE

Excellent career progression opportunities

Structured support for new starters

Out of hours support

Full training

Paid shadowing in the field

Refer a friend program

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care and support to elderly residents.
• Ability to assist with mobility and promote independence.

Responsibilities

• Support elderly residents with personal care and mobility.
• Engage residents in activities to promote wellbeing.

Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Mobility Support

Engagement Activities

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Radis Community Care is looking for Part-Time Support Workers to join our team at Honeytree Court, Loughton.

Shift Details: Day shifts from 7am to 9pm (can be split into early and late shifts), including alternative weekends.

Hours: 16 hours per week plus overtime and sickness cover.

Our services at Honey Tree Court include Dementia, Mental Health, Older People (65+), Physical Disabilities, Sensory Impairments, and Younger Adults (Under 65) care.

Note: Currently, we are unable to consider sponsorship for this role.

About the Role

As a Support Worker in our Extra Care Scheme, you will primarily support elderly residents who face challenges due to physical frailty, helping them maintain independence. Responsibilities include assisting residents with mobility, supporting them to access dining areas, communal spaces, and bedrooms as needed.

You will also assist with personal care activities such as washing, hygiene, and dressing. Additionally, you will have opportunities to engage residents in physical and mental activities, both individually and in groups, to promote wellbeing.

The role emphasizes promoting residents’ independence, choice, dignity, and respect by delivering high standards of care.

Benefits of the Role

• NEST Pension
• 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 program (unlimited payments, conditions apply)

About Radis

Founded in 2001, Radis Community Care has become 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 within their communities.

Our services cater to a diverse range of needs, including elderly care and support for those with physical or learning disabilities. We offer tailored care solutions from brief daily visits to 24-hour live-in care, either short or long-term.

Radis Community Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.