Support Worker

nationalcaregroup.com; Seaham; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Seaham seeks a Support Worker to assist young adults with complex needs. This role involves building relationships, supporting daily activities, and encouraging independence. The ideal candidate will have a caring attitude and excellent communication skills. The position offers paid training and opportunities for career advancement, celebrating diversity and well-being in an inclusive culture. Working hours are 30 per week at a competitive hourly rate of £12.21.

Benefits

Paid training and career development

Diverse and inclusive workplace culture

Rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme

Access to financial management app

Qualifications

• A caring attitude and a passion for supporting others.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Resilience and confidence to seek support when needed.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with clients and support their goals.
• Assist with daily tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Support with personal care and medication administration.
• Plan and participate in enjoyable activities for clients.
• Encourage independence in clients.

Skills

Caring attitude

Excellent listening and communication skills

Team player

Resilience

Job description

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Salary: £12.21 per hour (£19047.60 per annum)

Working Hours: 30 hours per week

Service: Essential Care and SupportLimited

We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our team at Essential Careand Support Limited - Seaham

Essential Care and Support is a part of the National Care Group and is a dedicated specialist in providing person-centred care across our supported living, outreach and day services. We support some incredible individuals with a range of support needs including Mental Health, Dementia, Physical Disabilities and Elderly care. If you want to make a difference every day, then this may be the job for you.

About National CareGroup

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 itsupports 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, 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!