Support worker

Your responsibilities will include:

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• Delivering high-quality, person-centred support in line with individual care plans, risk assessments, and support guidelines.
• Supporting residents with daily living activities, including cooking, cleaning, shopping, budgeting, and attending appointments.
• Providing personal care where required, always maintaining dignity, privacy, and respect.
• Promoting independence, encouraging decision-making, and helping residents develop essential life skills.
• Supporting individuals to access community activities, education, employment opportunities, and social events.
• Recognising changes in residents' physical, emotional, or behavioural needs and responding appropriately.
• Maintaining accurate daily records, completing handovers, and reporting incidents or concerns promptly.
• Following safeguarding procedures and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents at all times.
• Building positive, professional relationships with residents, families, colleagues, and other professionals.
• Demonstrating initiative, sound judgement, and a proactive approach to delivering effective support.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a consistent, supportive, and positive environment.

The Candidate

We are looking for experienced Support Workers who understand the demands of the role and can demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a genuine commitment to person-centred care.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• At least 12 months of experience working in a supported living setting.
• A strong understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, and promoting independence.
• The confidence to work independently, follow support plans, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to recognise and report changes in residents' needs and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
• A professional, compassionate, and dependable approach to supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Current mandatory training certificates, or a willingness to complete any outstanding training. xgikmsk
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including nights and weekends.

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