Support Worker – Kirkgate House

Hica group; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their dedicated team in a supportive care environment. As a Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting service users with daily activities, ensuring their independence and quality of life. Full training is provided, making this an ideal opportunity for those new to the care sector. The organization values the input of residents and their families in care planning, fostering a personalized approach to care. Join this rewarding journey where your contributions will truly make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Access to funded qualifications

Low-cost saving plans

On-the-spot voucher recognition

In-house lottery

Referral rewards

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Employee assistance programme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated to providing exceptional care.
• Ability to work cohesively in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with everyday tasks to maintain independence.
• Assist in developing individual care plans tailored to residents' needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication skills

Listening skills

Positive attitude

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Make a meaningful impact—start your career in care with The HICA Group!

We’re looking for compassionate individuals to join our dedicated team at Kirkgate House, our Learning & Development home in Bridlington. This is your chance to be part of a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference in people’s lives.

The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Pay & Hours:

• £12.22 per hour
• 24 hours per week
• Night shift (12 hour shifts)
• Shift Pattern – Working to a rota covering 7 days per week (every other weekend)

The Role:

Providing ‘exceptional care for the individual’ is at the centre of our ethos, where quality of life is as important as quality of care.

As a Care Support Worker, you will support our service users to maintain their independence by assisting with everyday tasks and activities, in line with their individual needs. Full training is provided so if you are new to the care sector, we will help you start your journey with confidence.

We believe that residents should be given the freedom to choose how they live their lives wherever possible. We involve residents, and where appropriate their families, in the development of individual care plans, tailored to the needs of each particular resident.

About You:

• You must be compassionate, passionate, and dedicated to giving the finest care possible to our service users.
• Work cohesively in a team with other staff members.
• Demonstrate patience, communication, and listening abilities.
• Have an enthusiastic and positive attitude.

Benefits:

• Access to funded qualifications and internal career progression.
• Access to low-cost saving plans and loans.
• On-the-spot voucher recognition scheme £000s awarded every month.
• Techsave loans scheme opened twice a year.
• In-house lottery with £0000s to be won every month.
• £500 rewards for every friend or family referral.
• Cycle to Work scheme and other salary sacrifice benefits.
• Discounted local & national gym memberships, plus FREE on-demand workouts and classes available to stream in your living room.
• Hospital and Death Benefit plans at discounted prices.
• Employee assistance programme & access to free counselling.
• Free parking.

About Us:

Kirkgate House supports up to 28 individuals aged 18 and over with a learning disability and associated care and support needs. Kirkgate comprises of 5 individual living areas each with its own lounge, kitchen and dining areas supporting adults with learning disabilities with long-term residential support.

We have a Garden Room which enables people to socialise with their housemates. The home has 2 apartments for people requiring minimal support yet still needing the feeling of security and support a care home can offer.

The HICA Group is a ‘Not for Profit’ organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.