Support Worker

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

Job summary

A trusted provider of care services is seeking a Support Worker in Shildon. In this role, you will empower individuals to live fulfilling lives by providing personal care and support. The ideal candidate is compassionate and motivated to help others achieve their goals. A £300 welcome bonus and ongoing training are offered. Experience in care is a plus but not required. Join us in making a positive impact every day.

Benefits

£300 Welcome Bonus

Paid training with recognized qualifications

Career development pathways

Diversity and inclusion workplace

Refer-a-Friend rewards

Flexible financial support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential.
• You’ll receive all the training and support you need.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with eating, medication, and routine.
• Help plan and participate in fun activities and community events.
• Encourage independence and celebrate every milestone.
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and errands.
• Build positive, trusting relationships through open communication.
• Support individuals to achieve their personal goals.

Skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Great listening and communication skills

Motivation to support others

Job description

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Salary: £12.21 per hour (25,396.80per annum)

Working Hours: 30-40 hours per week

Highlea Care Limited

Highlea Care Limited is part of National Care Group. Highlea Careis a well-established and trusted providerofsupported living and outreach servicesfor adults with learningdisabilities, autism, mental health needs, and other complex supportrequirements.

At the heart of everything we do is a person-centred approach — wework closely with each individual to understand their goals, build on theirstrengths, and help them live confident,independent, and fulfilling lives.

No day is the same and no individual we support is the same. Check out what a life is like as a support worker: https://youtu.be/B5BD5rwYp3E

Why chose National Care Group?

AtNational Care Group, you’re not just joining a job— you're joining a mission:to empower people to live their best lives, with dignity, independence, andsupport every step of the way.

Here’s what’s in it for you:

• £300 Welcome Bonus – our way of saying thank you for joining
• Paid, ongoing training with recognised qualifications
• Clear career development pathways – we promote from within
• A workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion
• Refer-a-Friend rewards – get rewarded for bringing great peopleinto our team
• Flexible financial support – with instant access to earned pay viaStream

The Support Worker Role:

As a Support Worker, you'll play a key role in the lives of those you support. You’ll help people build confidence, develop skills, and live fulfilling,independent lives. Every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact.

• Provide personal care and supporting with eating, medication, and routine
• Help plan and participate in fun activities, trips, and communityevents
• Encourage independence and celebrating every milestone
• Assist with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and errands
• Build positive, trusting relationships through listening and opencommunication
• Support individuals to plan and achieve their personal goals andambition

About you:

If you're kind, dependable, and ready to make a lasting difference in someone's life, we’d love to hear from you.

• A caring, compassionate attitude
• Motivation to support others in reaching their goals
• Great listening and communication skills
• Previous experience in care is welcome but not essential — we’llgive you all the training and support you need to thrive.

Curiousbut not quite ready to apply?

Noproblem — feel free to reach out and have a quick chat with our team! We’rehappy to answer questions or give you a better sense of the role before you hit“submit.” Just drop us a message at [e-mail]

Don’tmeet every single requirement?

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