About The Role
Mears Group provides housing and care services across the UK, with a strong focus on supported living. We’re currently looking for Support Workers in Macduff and nearby areas to join our team.
Location: Macduff and nearby areas. Weekend position required in Turriff. Hourly rate: £12.94. Driving licence preferred due to the rural location.
Responsibilities
* Deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing
* Support with personal care, hygiene and medication
* Assist with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and shopping
* Help individuals maintain daily routines and develop life skills
* Accompany service users to appointments, clubs and community activities
* Organise and participate in day trips and social outings
* Support with hobbies and interests including arts and crafts, gardening and sports
* Encourage engagement in social visits to restaurants, pubs and local events
* Maintain accurate records and follow care plans and safeguarding procedures
* Demonstrate a genuine passion for helping others
* Show compassion, patience and empathy in all interactions
* Communicate effectively with service users, families and colleagues
* Work reliably, flexibly and proactively to meet individual needs
* Treat every service user with dignity and respect
* Work independently and collaboratively as part of a supportive team
Requirements
* entitlement to work within the UK (no visa sponsorship currently available)
* Relevant PVG/Security checks as required
Benefits
* Cost of PVG covered
* Enrolment onto SVQ level 2 after successful completion of your 6 month probation
* Care Worker of the Month financial award
* Refer a friend scheme (totalling up to £1000)
* Excellent training
* Pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Eye test vouchers
* Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling)
* Wellbeing service (access to mental health and wellbeing advisors)
* Mears Rewards – high street vouchers for performance
* Family-friendly policy including enhanced maternity/paternity leave
All roles require entitlement to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
Candidates should be aware that all roles are subject to PVG/Security checks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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