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Salary: £12.36 per hour (£19,281.60 per annum)
Working Hours: 30 hours per week
Service: Oaklea Care & Support - Yeovil Supported Living
We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker in Supported Living.
Oaklea Care & Support has 6 properties around Yeovil that assist the people we support in their own homes.
About National Care Group
National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autistic people, and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best lives, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.
The role of a National Care Group Support Worker
You will work with young adults who have complex needs. We are looking for a respectful and caring individual who can passionately support our young adults to fulfill their potential. This is a sometimes challenging role but one with significant rewards.
* You will build positive relationships with people by listening, discussing, and then planning goals and ambitions together.
* You will help plan their daily tasks and assist with practical activities such as cooking, cleaning, and running errands.
* You will assist with personal care, which may include support with eating and administering medication.
* You will help plan and participate in any exciting days out they wish to enjoy.
* You will make a positive impact on someone's life by supporting them to become more independent wherever possible.
What qualities do you need to be a great support worker?
* A caring attitude, with a passion for supporting others and a motivation to see them achieve goals.
* A team player, able to work effectively with other colleagues.
* Resilience to keep going at difficult times and the confidence to ask for support if needed.
* Excellent listening and communication skills.
What’s in it for you?
* The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organization that values growing its team from within.
* You can continuously learn on the job with paid training and the opportunity to gain recognized qualifications.
* You will work at an organization that celebrates age, gender, and diversity within an inclusive culture.
* The organization promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy.
* The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
* Access to an app called Wagestream, enabling greater control over your finances.
Don’t meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway!
At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic organization. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!
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