Creative Support is looking for a warm and caring Support Worker to join our friendly Extra Care team at Station View, Barrow-in-Furness.
At this lively service, we provide quality care and support to 31 residents, helping and encouraging them to lead a fulfilling and enriched life.
The service is made up of 41 self-contained flats and the individuals we support are upward of 55 years old with a range of needs including Dementia, learning disabilities & physical disabilities.
Our service users have a wide range of support needs, some require a lot of support including double calls as they require hoisting, and others only require prompting with medication.
No two days at Station View in Barrow will be the same as we support our residents to follow their passions and engage in a wide range of activities.
Activities may include movie nights, gardening, day trips, meals out and many more! Prove consistent, respectful personal care, medication administration, manual handling and help with domestic tasks
- Encourage residents to engage in a range of exciting social activities both within and outside the home We need Support Workers who are passionate about providing dedicated care and support to older people.
Good communication skills are key to your role as a Support Worker, as is the ability to provide respectful personal care to meet the service user's needs.
Previous experience in care is essential for this role and a passion for providing person-centred care and support within a fun and friendly environment! Station View is situated in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria in front of the train station and within walking distance of the town centre.
There is an excellent bus service (bus stop outside front door) linking up with the Lake District & surrounding areas.
A few yards up the road is our local British Legion club which hosts live entertainment several nights a week.
Vacancy Reference Number: 91011 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.
Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.
Creative Support's Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles.
It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework.
Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.
In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to to be considered for the vacancy.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS