Support Worker – Full Time
Location: Blenheim House, Recar, TS10
Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 9:00am – 9:00pm (shift-based, including weekends)
Pay: £12.90 per hour
Sponsorship: Please note, we do not offer sponsorship
About Blenheim
Blenheim House Is a warm and welcoming home that offers accommodation for 6 service users, which consists of 2 self-contained flats and 5 ensuite bedrooms with a communal lounge and dining area, as well as a well-maintained front and back garden areas.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, caring and compassionate Support Worker to join our friendly and motivated team. No prior experience is required — we will provide full training and ongoing support. All you need is a positive, can-do attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference.
You will be part of a supportive team committed to improving the quality of life of the people we support, helping them to build confidence, independence, and achieve their personal goals.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you will deliver a high-quality, person-centred service, always placing the individuals we support at the heart of everything you do. This role involves a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and some unsociable hours.
No two days are the same. You will support residents with their day-to-day lives, encourage independence, and take part in activities both in and outside the home.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to build positive relationships with residents and ensure effective handovers with colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting individuals with daily living tasks
- Monitoring, recording and administering medication
- Assisting with cooking, cleaning and food preparation
- Supporting with shopping and household tasks
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Encouraging participation in hobbies, activities and community outings
- Assisting with mobility and personal care where required
Our Ideal Support Worker
- Reliable, friendly and caring
- Compassionate and attentive to individual needs
- Able to support activities and hobbies within the home
- Motivated to inspire and encourage residents to achieve more
- A driver is helpful for outings, but not essential — non-drivers are very welcome
What We Offer
- Competitive annual leave (increases with length of service)
- Flexible working to support work/life balance
- Pension scheme with auto-enrolment
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 mental health support, counselling and GP access
- Lifestyle savings on supermarkets, high-street shopping, utilities and local retailers
- Access to a discounted health cash plan
- Holiday purchasing scheme (up to an additional week’s annual leave)
- Plus much more
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to treating all staff with dignity and respect and welcome applications from everyone, regardless of gender, race, age, marital status, religion or belief, disability, or sexual orientation.
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