Overview
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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/Ladysbridge. Hourly rate: £12.94. Male Support Worker Required.
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
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 (total award up to £1000)
* Excellent training
* Pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Eye test vouchers
* Employee Assistance Programme (Access to Free counselling service)
* Wellbeing service (Access to trained mental health & wellbeing advisors)
* Mears Annual Family Fun Day (fully paid for including lunch)
* Mears Rewards – high street vouchers for performance
* Family friendly policy, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and more
Requirements
* All our roles require entitlement to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
* All roles are subject to PVG/Security checks before or upon commencement of employment.
* Due to rural location, a full UK driving licence is preferred.
How to apply
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Vickie Rudge (Vickie.Rudge@mearsgroup.co.uk)
If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
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