Support Worker

• Supporting individuals with daily living activities
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, interests, and community activities
• Building positive relationships and making every day meaningful
• Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance)
• Support with household tasks (meal preparation, light cleaning, laundry)
• Administer or assist with medication as directed
• Offer companionship and social interaction
• Assist with mobility, exercise, and other daily activities
• Follow the client’s individualized care plan to ensure continuity of support
• Support adults with learning disabilities, autism and autistic spectrum disorders, complex needs, mental health issues and challenging behaviours in all aspects of their daily lives
• Support the service users with general household chores for example cooking and laundry and housework such as hoovering and dusting and personal care

• Compassion and empathy: A genuine desire to help others and understand their needs and feelings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Building rapport with clients and families and effectively communicating important information
• Patience and understanding: Remaining calm and composed in challenging situations and understanding individual needs
• Observational and attention to detail: Noticing changes in condition or behaviour and meticulously following care plans
• Organisational and time management skills: Managing tasks effectively, adhering to schedules, and keeping accurate records
• Flexibility and adaptability: Adjusting to varying client needs and environments
• Physical stamina and strength: May be required for tasks like lifting or assisting with mobility
• Problem-solving and critical thinking: Anticipating potential problems and making sound decisions in challenging situations
• Cultural competence and respect: Appreciating diversity and providing respectful care to individuals from all backgrounds
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role

Previous caregiving experience preferred (formal or informal)

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Pension scheme
• Benefits and Well-being Platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend scheme – earn £300 per referral
• Blue Light Card eligibility – exclusive staff discounts at big brands for you
• Flexible hours, part and full time available
• Local work and paid mileage
• Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays
• Paid training – online and face to face
• Self-development – progression opportunities
• Access to our in-house app
• Work for the largest care company in the UK