Support Worker – Help Adults Live Independently

Upward Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Upward Care is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist adults in their own homes across the West Midlands. You will provide person-centred care, help with daily activities, shopping, cooking, personal care and medication administration, within agreed care plans.

Reliable record-keeping and teamwork are essential to meet service users’ needs. An NVQ Level 2 in care or equivalent is preferred, with applications from those with strong caring qualities welcomed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates caring and compassionate nature.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team to support service users.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to adults in their own homes.
• Assist with daily activities including shopping, cooking, and personal care; administer medications as directed.
• Maintain up-to-date care plans and risk assessments; ensure accurate record-keeping and effective communication.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care

Job description

Upward Care is seeking compassionate Support Workers to assist adults in their own homes across the West Midlands. You will provide person-centred care, help with daily activities, shopping, cooking, personal care and medication administration, within agreed care plans.

Reliable record-keeping and teamwork are essential to meet service users’ needs. An NVQ Level 2 in care or equivalent is preferred, with applications from those with strong caring qualities welcomed.