At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for residents, promoting independence and inclusivity in a vibrant community.
- Company: Join one of the West Midlands' largest housing and care providers.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, discounts, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a meaningful career.
- Qualifications: Caring nature, good communication skills, and commitment to quality care.
The predicted salary is between 13.15 - 13.15 £ per hour.
Location: Queenswood, Station Road, Newport, Telford, TF10 7ZT
Contract Type: Full Time / Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Closing Date: 31/08/2026
About Queenswood: Our Shireliving Extra Care services provide homes for people over 55 years old, who need safety, security and reassurance with a range of care options available to meet their individual needs. Our vibrant communities within ShireLiving thrive on connection and joy, offering activities tailored to what our residents love most. Together, we create a warm, engaging environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Queenswood is our brand-new scheme where we have 70 apartments housing tenants with varying needs.
As a Housing and Assistant, you will bring the below values and behaviours:
- Caring - Placing individuals at the heart of the care, ensuring services are delivered with empathy, dignity, respect, inclusivity and integrity at all times.
- Compassion - Requires a level of consideration, patience, empathy and understanding towards others’ situations and their needs.
- Communication - Always listen carefully, speak to people and act in a way that the person can understand.
- Courage - Not to be fearful of trying new things to improve the quality of care and raise any concerns proactively.
- Commitment - Provide a positive environment, with flexible and a proactive approach to our customer’s needs, helping to make each day special.
If you are a caring, compassionate person, with good communication skills, and committed to delivering quality care and support services, then this could be the career opportunity for you!
In return, we offer you a rewarding opportunity within a supportive team of experienced mentors and peers, ensuring you thrive throughout your career:
- Continuous professional development with training, coaching, and mentoring.
- Enhanced maternity, shared parental, and adoption leave.
- Free onsite parking.
- Paid Carer’s leave.
- Access to our comprehensive training platform.
- Access to a number of fantastic rewards including free and discounted tickets to popular destinations.
- Access to our discounts and cashback app Rainly from day one.
- Access to Blue Light Discount.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
About Us: We’re one of the West Midlands’ largest housing and care providers, with over 33,000 homes and a bold vision for the future. We create places people are proud to call home. The way we work is shaped by three simple behaviours: Own it – make it happen; Improve it - move things forward; Live it – show understanding and compassion.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check. This position does not offer sponsorship, and successful candidates will be required to have the Right to Work in the UK.
Care and support worker in Newport employer: The Wrekin Housing Group Limited
The Housing Plus Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Stafford/Telford. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive benefits including generous holiday allowances, a contributory pension scheme, and access to health resources, ensuring our Case Consultants can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
The Wrekin Housing Group Limited Recruitment Team
