Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider in Manchester is seeking Support Workers to empower young adults with complex needs. You will assist with daily tasks, promote independence, and build meaningful relationships. The role offers opportunities for career development, paid training, and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates should possess a caring attitude, excellent communication skills, and resilience to support individuals effectively. Join us to make a positive impact on lives and help individuals reach their goals.

Benefits

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• A passion for supporting others and motivation to see them achieve goals.
• Ability to work effectively with other colleagues.
• Confidence to ask for support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and plan goals with young adults.
• Assist with daily tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Provide support with personal care and medication.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Resilience

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for Support Workers to join our team at Affinity Supporting People South Limited – Manchester

Affinity Supporting People South Limited 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, autism 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.

The role of a National Care Group Support Worker

You will work 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 (formerly known as Wagestream) enabling greater control over your finances.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway!

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!