Weekend Support Worker

Care Concern Group; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care group as a Support Worker, where your dedication will empower residents to live independently and happily. You'll play a vital role in providing personalized care, ensuring their health and wellbeing, and creating a warm, welcoming environment. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while working in a supportive team that values integrity and teamwork. With flexible hours and a commitment to your professional growth, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Pension

Overtime Pay

Uniform Provided

Annual Leave

Qualifications

• 6 months experience as a Care Assistant preferred.
• Passion for caring for the elderly and providing excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines and promote independence.
• Uphold dignity and respect for each resident in every interaction.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Personal Care

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

At our home, you’ll be a key person responsible in helping us achieve an excellent standard of care to our residents - You’ll be an integral part of our care team to promote the values and ethos of our home.

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in our close-knit care team, ensuring our residents receive exceptional care and support. You’ll help them with their daily routines, promote independence, and ensure their overall health and happiness are prioritized every day.

What You’ll Do

• Empower Independence: Assist residents with their daily routines, from getting dressed to staying active, while encouraging them to make positive choices and remain as independent as possible.
• Personalised Care: Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan, providing hands-on help and thoughtful attention to their individual needs.
• Health and Wellbeing: Keep a close eye on residents’ health, communicating any concerns to the Nurse or Clinical Deputy Manager, and helping with calls to relatives or healthcare professionals.
• Champion Dignity: Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.
• Social Support: Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Safety and Comfort: Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.
• Nutritional Support: Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
• Spread Smiles: Above all, bring joy to our residents’ lives and make them smile every day.

About You

• Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred.
• Experience: Ideally, you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant, but we welcome those with a passion for care and transferable skills.
• Passion: You’re genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
• Values: You bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating close to 80 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

If you’re ready to bring your dedication and passion for care to a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV to our recruitment team and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Support Worker.

• 12 hours per week. Week 1; Saturday Night. Week 2; Sunday Night.
• Pension
• Additional £2 per hour overtime
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

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