Supported Living Support Worker

Compassionate Care Group Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 days holiday pay

Induction programme

Career development programme

Free enhanced DBS

Care Certificate

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Compassionate Care Ltd is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide high-quality assistance to clients, enhancing independence and daily living. You will support adults with learning difficulties, autism and mental health needs, offering a calm, compassionate presence with a practical, person-centred approach.

Role includes 12-hour shifts (8am–8pm) on a rolling 4-on/4-off schedule with full-time hours. Driving licence and UK work eligibility are essential; training and progression

Qualifications

• Kind, patient and compassionate approach.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Desire to make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Person-centred values with energy and commitment to quality service.
• Full clean UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Must have right to work in the United Kingdom (Sponsorship not Provided).

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines including mornings/evenings.
• Provide personal care as needed.
• Offer companionship and participate in social activities.
• Prepare meals.
• Assist with medication.
• Light cleaning and household duties; maintain MAR charts and care notes.

Skills

Kind nature

Good communication

Active listening

Willingness to learn

Can-do attitude

Person-centred care

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Job description

Compassionate Care is a leading provider of diverse services throughout the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities. Our comprehensive offerings encompass supported living, residential emergency accommodation, and specialized step-down services for mental health care.

At Compassionate Care, our mission is to instigate profound and enduring transformations in the lives of both adults and children. We empower those under our care to embrace independence and lead fulfilling lives, always upholding principles of dignity, autonomy, and self-worth.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we aspire to emerge as the most trusted and esteemed name in the care sector. We are resolute in our dedication to delivering reliable, compassionate support while setting unparalleled standards of service quality in the UK.

Join us at Compassionate Care and be a part of a team that is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

About the Support Worker Role

As a Support Worker at Compassionate Care Ltd, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support to our clients. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing their independence and quality of life, making a meaningful difference in their daily experiences.

Our clients vary from adults with learning difficulties, autism, mental health and challenging behaviours. You will be offering a supportive ear, calm presence, whilst still bringing an element of fun into their daily activities and needs.

Days which will run a rolling rota of full time 4 days on and 4 days off

12 hour shifts 8am - 8pm.

The role will be extremely varied, here’s a few ideas of what you might get up to:

• Assisting with daily routines, including mornings and evenings.
• Providing personal care to those who require it.
• Offering companionship and attending social activities such as museum trips, football matches, meals out and visits to the gym.
• Preparing meals.
• Assisting with medication.
• Light cleaning and household duties.
• Completing documentation, care notes, MAR charts as part of compliance and staff responsibility.

The essentials for a Support Worker are:

• You will have a kind nature and good communication
• Good listening skills and a willingness to learn
• A genuine desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
• You will need to demonstrate a ‘can do’ attitude, person-centred values, energy and commitment to providing an exceptional quality service
• Full clean driving licence and access to a car is essential
• Full eligibility to work in the United Kingdom (Sponsorship not Provided)

Company Benefits

• Up to 28 days holiday pay
• Paid induction programme
• Structured career development programme
• Free enhanced DBS
• Fully funded Care Certificate
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and other support services
• Refer a friend bonus - £250 (Terms & Conditions apply)
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Company pension scheme
• Company social events

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