Support Worker / Health Care Assistant

Nurseplus UK Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Weekly pay

Workwise app

Training

Development opportunities

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Nurseplus UK Ltd is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide high-quality care across various settings in Sheffield. You will support service users with personal care, mobility, medication, meals and companionship, following care plans to promote independence and dignity.

We offer flexible shifts (days, nights, weekends), weekly pay and industry-leading training aligned with the Care Certificate. Opportunities for funded NVQ levels 2 and 3, plus discounts with Blue Light Card, are

Qualifications

• 18+ years old and eligible to work in the UK
• Experience with challenging behaviours, mental health and learning disabilities is desirable
• PVMA or CPI training would be advantageous (provided)
• Flexible availability with ability to travel to different care settings
• Good standard of English and clear communication skills
• Clear enhanced DBS (application possible on registration)

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care and daily living activities
• Support safe lifting and moving
• Administer medications as required and per care plans
• Prepare meals and provide companionship
• Work with care plans to support independence and dignity

Job description

Support Worker / Health Care Assistant - Sheffield

Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a temporarySupport Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hourpaid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank holidays).
• Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend ourcomprehensive, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you’re new to care or have years of experience.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Support Workermay include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity, providing the physical and emotional support that they might need to achieve their goals.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in dealing with challenging behaviours, mental health and learning disabilities.
• PVMA or CPI training would be advantageous, but this can be provided.
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve