Support Worker

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

Job summary

A leading social care organization in Tavistock is seeking supportive individuals for a rewarding role with young adults facing various challenges. The position offers up to 40 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.36 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with day-to-day tasks, providing personal care, and helping individuals achieve their goals. Ideal candidates will have a caring attitude, teamwork skills, and the resilience to support those in need effectively. Training and future career development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Paid training

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to financial control app

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and motivation to achieve goals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Confidence to ask for help when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults with complex needs.
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Provide personal care and medication administration.
• Plan and participate in enjoyable outings.
• Encourage independence and goal achievement.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Excellent listening skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Job description

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Up to 40 hours per week available including Sleeps

£12.36 per hour (£25,708 per annum, based on 40 hours)

*A full UK drivers licence is required to meet the needs of this role**

Potential to earn more with sleep rates!

Day shifts between 10am - 10pm.

We are looking for dedicated staff to join us at our Atlantic Way service, located in Tavistock, helping to support people with learning difficulties and/or mental health needs.

Atlantic Way Care Mid and West is spread over three individual sites providing 24-hour support for individuals with a vast range of complex Mental Health needs.

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.

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.

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!