Support Worker - Extra Care

Making Space; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Coventry is looking for a part-time Support Worker to assist adults in living independently. The role involves medication assistance and community access while prioritizing empathy and kindness. Successful candidates will receive initial training and potential professional development opportunities. The hourly wage is £12.60 with various benefits including holiday pay and development support.

Benefits

Access to wages as you earn

Lifestyle benefits

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Double time for public holidays

Professional development support

Cycle-to-work schemes

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to support adults on a person-centred basis.
• Willingness to undergo initial on-the-job training.
• Understanding clients' needs with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with medication and domestic tasks.
• Help clients access the community.
• Support clients in living independently.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Humour

Job description

Support Worker - Extra Care

Part‑time Support Worker role at Poppy Court in Coventry, CV3 3DN.

Salary £12.60 per hour.

Hours: 21 hours weekly.

We are a team driven by strong values: Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage, and Being Ready. These values guide us in making a positive impact on the lives of community members.

Our focus on Kind Hearts is about building empathy and connection. Tailor Making ensures customised support. Dreaming Big harnesses imagination. Having Courage commits to innovation. Being Ready responds to challenges.

We are looking for someone who can support adults on a person‑centred basis to live independently in their own apartments. Tasks include medication assistance, accessing the community, and domestic tasks. You should think on your feet and understand clients’ needs with a big smile.

We are less concerned about qualifications and more about shared values and building relationships. Patience and humour are key qualities.

Initial on‑the‑job training will be provided, and you may undertake professional qualifications as needed.

Benefits

• Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn.
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays (pro‑rate for part time).
• Double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
• Opt‑in holiday purchase (up to 2 weeks, statutory limits apply).
• Access to our library of learning through our e‑portal.
• Professional development support for level 2‑6 qualifications in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin and other continuous development.
• Internal promotion: at least half of senior posts are filled via internal advancement.
• Travel schemes: cycle‑to‑work, car maintenance, 45p per mile travel expenses.
• Colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual awards.
• Pension scheme – 3% employer contribution minimum.
• Paid sick leave.

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks including DBS and reference checks, and will receive safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.

We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.