Support Worker

Orchard Care Homes; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Warrington. You will help individuals with mental health needs live fulfilling lives, providing personal care and support in daily activities. Interested candidates should have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in dementia care. Join our team for a role that makes a difference in the community, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• 6 months’ experience in a Dementia care setting.
• Ability to provide personal care with empathy and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Building meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Support people in leisure activities and daily living.
• Provide personal care with empathy.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Sensitivity in personal care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Southwold Crescent, Great Sankey, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 3JS

Job Type: Permanent

Job Category: Care

Shift Type: Nights

Closing Date: 31 December 2025

Salary: £13.65 - £14.64 per hour (NVQ Level 2: £13.65, NVQ Level 3: £14.64)

Schedule/Hours: Full & Part‑time available – Nights

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to live empowered, fulfilling lives? If you hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have at least 6 months’ experience in a Dementia care setting, we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Support people to participate in appropriate leisure activities and activities of daily living, normalising life as much as possible with joy and happiness.
• Providing personal care with empathy and sensitivity
• Receive tailored dementia training to enhance your skills and the lives of those you will support.
• Collaborating with a passionate, multidisciplinary team

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Green Park Nursing Home

Green Park is a large, bright and spacious home designed to support 99 residents. We are located in the picturesque suburb of Great Sankey, on the outskirts of Warrington. With Orchard Care Homes, your professional development is actively encouraged, you will receive plenty of training to support your growth.

Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.