Support Worker (£500 Joining Bonus!)

National Care Group; Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization seeks a caring individual to support young adults with complex needs. The role includes building relationships, assisting with daily tasks, and supporting personal care while promoting independence. Candidates should have resilience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others. This position offers opportunities for paid training and development, contributing to a rewarding experience in the field of social care.

Benefits

Paid training

Refer a Friend scheme

Financial management app access

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Confidence to ask for support during challenging times.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with individuals.
• Assist with practical activities like cooking and cleaning.
• Support individuals in personal care and medication administration.
• Plan enjoyable activities and promote independence.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Excellent listening skills

Resilience

Effective communication

Job description

We look for a caring and respectful individual who will support young adults with complex needs to reach their potential. The role may be challenging but rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships by listening, discussing, and planning goals and ambitions together.
• Help plan daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning, and running errands.
• Assist with personal care, including support with eating and administering medication.
• Plan and participate in enjoyable days out as requested.
• Support individuals to become more independent wherever possible.
• Work within an inclusive culture that values diversity and promotes wellbeing.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide 24‑hour support across seven sites.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Caring attitude and passion for supporting others.
• Team player, able to work effectively with colleagues.
• Resilience to keep going during difficult times and confidence to ask for support when needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Learning and Development

• Benefit from paid training and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications.
• Opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to the Stream app (formerly Wagestream) to help manage finances.

About the Organisation

Atlantic Way Care is part of National Care Group, which provides supported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health and challenging behaviours. The organisation delivers person‑centred care, empowering individuals to reach their goals and live as independently as possible. National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. It is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation.