Bank Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Tavistock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Tavistock is looking for a Support Worker to assist individuals with complex needs. The role involves building positive relationships, supporting with daily tasks, and promoting independence. Ideal candidates should have a caring attitude, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driver's licence. This position offers a competitive salary of £12.36 per hour, a £500 joining bonus, and opportunities for career development within an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Paid training

Opportunity for recognized qualifications

Refer a Friend scheme

Inclusive culture

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• A full UK driver's licence is required.
• Passion for supporting others and achieving goals.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships to plan goals with individuals.
• Assist with daily tasks including cooking and cleaning.
• Help with personal care and administer medication.
• Plan and participate in enjoyable outings.
• Support individuals to become more independent.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Excellent listening skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Ref: ncg/TP/10062040/7430

BANKSUpport Worker – Atlantic Way Care Limited – Tavistock

SALARY: £12.36 PER HOUR / £25,708.80 ANNUALLY (BASED ON 40 HOURS)

£500 JOINING BONUS!

WORKING HOURS: UP TO 40 HOURS PER WEEK

SERVICE: ATLANTIC WAY CARE – TAVISTOCK

*A FULL UK DRIVERS LICENCE IS REQUIRED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THIS ROLE*

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker at Atlantic Way Care & Support. Atlantic Way Care is spread over seven individual sites providing 24-hour support for individuals with a vast range of complex needs. Atlantic Way is part of National Care Group.

We provide supported living services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, mental health and challenging behaviours. Our dedicated team works closely with those we support to deliver person-centred care, empowering each individual to reach their goals and fulfil their aspirations.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

Role and responsibilities

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker includes working with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfil their potential. This is a sometimes-challenging role but one with huge rewards.

• You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.
• You will help to plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and running errands.
• You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
• You will help to plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy.
• You will make a positive impact on someone’s life by supporting them to become more independent wherever possible.

What qualities do you need to be a great support worker?

• A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to see them achieve goals.
• A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues.
• Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within.
• You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture.
• The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy.
• The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to an app called Stream enabling greater control over your finances.

At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!

How to apply

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