Health care support worker jobs in United Kingdom

We Care 360 is a Registered Children’s Home which falls under West Sussex. It accommodates up to 4 Children, boys, and girls between the ages of 10 – 17 years. All the Children will have suffered neglect, possible abuse, possible education related issues, mental health concerns and other associated behaviours. The service includes residential care 52 weeks per year, 24 hours per day. The service is regulated by OFSTED. Be an appropriate role model to Children in the home and help meet their practical and emotional needs by providing support, advice, and assistance. To help children address their concerns, and previous trauma and work with them to achieve well-being, education, enjoyment, and achievement, to form positive relationships, and to be safe. To support children to prepare for future independence and self-sufficiency. General Duties Ensure that Safeguarding is of the highest Priority. Strive to provide the best experience possible for the Children - enabling, engaging, and empowering them to achieve their aspirations. Ensure that all Legislation, Company Policy + Procedures are always followed. Support and Respect all Colleagues to the best of your ability. Always have a professional attitude. Be confident in the use of the Whistle Blowing Policy Ensure that your own professional Development id of high priority. Complete all mandatory training. Celebrate the smallest of achievements for Children and Colleagues. Celebrate birthdays, Festive Holidays and always create fun! Specific Duties Work with children in the home, supporting them with their individual needs as outlined in their placement plan. Ensure that Safeguarding and the protection of Children is always prioritised. Ensure that you are working to the Company Ethos, Polices and Procedures. Ensure children are treated with dignity and respect. Support children to participate in the routines of the home and encourage them to take part in new activities. Promote education and support children in attending school, accompanying the child if required. Where children are out of education, support them with educational activities and work toward education outcomes. Promote well-being in the home by ensuring the environment is free from bullying, prejudice providing a safe loving place to live. Help children deal with conflict and trauma by supporting any therapeutic plans that are in place for them. Work co-operatively and pro-actively as part of a team supporting colleagues and the manager. Ensure that all records are kept to a high standard. Ensure that the home is always a clean and ambient environment. You are required to partake in cleaning the home and cooking meals. Ensure that the medical needs, including medications are managed and recorded immediately. Ensure that the Children’s records are always kept up to date, including Placement Plans, Personal Plans and Risk Assessment. Ensure that Key worker sessions are completed weekly and recorded. You will be required to attend meetings; these may fall on your rostered off days. You will be required to work with external agencies, social workers, health professionals, advocates, and families.

Sylviancare Kingston is recruiting for compassionate and committed staff to look after service user. We offer person-centred care to our service users in the comfort and privacy of their own homes. We require staff who understand the importance of meeting the needs of individuals whilst delivering a high quality of care. Care Assistant/Support Worker Benefits: • Flexible working hours with permanent /temporary positions available. Shifts start from 6.30am and run through the day to 10pm so we can offer great flexibility. • Career development opportunities within the company, as we grow you can grow with us. Plus, ongoing support and guidance. • Opportunity to undertake diplomas in health and social care for all staff to further your progression (levels 2-5 dependent on job role). • Care certificate. • Refer a friend bonus scheme, £100 bonus for each member of staff you refer that passes probation. • Regular supervision and yearly appraisal. Care Assistant/Support worker responsibilities: • Personal care. • Medication. • Meal preparation. • Domestic assistance. • Psychological, Emotional, and Social support. • Maintain open communication between families and health care professionals. • Document and report any changes in service users’ health status. • Ensure individuals’ safety and well-being. Care assistant/support worker requirements: • Show good Communication skills. • Be friendly and supportive towards vulnerable adults. • No previous experience is required as full training will be provided. • Be reliable and flexible. • Show initiative and the ability to perform under pressure. • A can-do-attitude. • Cooperation and collaboration- must be able to work well in a team. At Sylviancare Kingston, we work to pre-planned care rounds. We keep our staff working regularly in the areas they live in and working with the same individuals as much as possible. We are looking to hold interviews and hire the right candidate to join our team ASAP. If you think this is the role for you, please apply. License/Certification: Must be a driver with a full Driving License and own a car. Paid Mileage.

Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing assistance and support to individuals age 16-21 with varying needs, helping them to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life. This role requires a strong commitment to fostering independence and dignity in those we support. Duties Provide personal care and support to individuals, including assistance with daily living activities such as helping the young people with their day to day life Support individuals in accessing community resources, social activities, and recreational opportunities. Assist in the development and implementation of individual care plans tailored to the specific needs of each person. Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the individual's life. Promote a safe and supportive environment by adhering to health and safety regulations. Foster positive relationships with individuals, their families, and other team members to ensure effective communication and collaboration. Qualifications Previous experience in a support or care role is desirable but not essential; training will be provided. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Empathy and patience are crucial for understanding the needs of those we support. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility in approach. A valid driving licence is advantageous for facilitating transport needs of individuals when required. A commitment to ongoing professional development and training opportunities is encouraged. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the qualities we are looking for, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position as a Support Worker. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: £11.50-£20.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 16 per week Physical Setting: Care home

A Care Support Worker is a dedicated professional who assists individuals with complex needs in living independently and engaging with their local community. ** Key Responsibilities**: - Provide hands-on care and support to service users with daily activities, such as personal care, transfers, and feeding. - Offer emotional and social support to meet the service user's mental and emotional needs. - Administer medications and monitor health conditions to prevent complications and ensure well-being. - Complete necessary documentation, including care plans, progress notes, and incident reports, to track and ensure the quality of care provided. Skills & Experience: - Minimum one year Experience working as a Complex Care Support Worker or in a similar care role. - Strong work ethic, with the ability to manage priorities, work independently, and handle multiple tasks efficiently. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both individuals and teams. - Ability to observe, monitor, and adjust care based on the evolving needs of the service user.

Are you passionate about Care? Do you want to give some time to the Vulnerable? Then we are waiting to hear for you. We provide training and Management support. Whether you want nights, days, weekends or live – ins, we need you. Do you want to make a difference to someone’s life? Do you have good communication Skill? Can you listen & understand? Ur Choice Care can give you an Opportunity to have a career in care. Experience is not essential for the role, we are looking for people with the right values, and behaviours. We provide Considerate, respectful one-to-one personal care & support in the comfort of peoples own homes. Duties can involve support with shopping, trips out, palliative Care, Complex care, Housework, cooking together, Companionship, Walking The dog. Personal Care requirements. Medication administration, Sit in service, Hospital to home, Night Sits. Nutritional Support, Continence Care. We look to support with a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health & Wellbeing, such as arts & crafts, watching football, drama, musical evenings, gardening, and special occasions. To request an application form.

Possibility for experienced Waking Night Carer to take on 2 consecutive nights (consecutive per week, regular nights). We need to cover either Sunday & Monday ** These are fixed nights.** and they are strictly waking nights. There is the possibility for an occasional one or two extra shifts when covering for a colleague. And we would be happy for someone be flexible enough to cover extra day shifts. Please let us know your exact availability with your application. About this client/teenager He is 17 years old; he is a happy, affectionate and cheeky chap. He loves being with people, listening to music, being read to, getting foot massages. He also enjoys walks and loves nature. He has significant complex care and medical needs; he is reliant on his family and carers to meet all his needs and is supported by a dedicated team of carers and support workers providing 1:1 sometimes 2:1 24/7. He is autistic, non verbal, has a movement disorder and epilepsy which results in regular seizures, a PEG for medication and fluids but eats foods orally. He needs Catheterization and Peristeen Irrigation. It would be a bonus if you had experience in these already. He can walk with support but is also a wheelchair user. He lives with his loving and supportive family, who recognise that his team of carers support workers are instrumental in his overall development and well being. Overview of role: He requires an experienced waking night carer to join his team to assist with his bedtime routine and tend to all his needs throughout the night. This is an active night as you will need to keep a close eye on him, and following protocols if he has a seizure, supporting him with personal care, monitoring for any signs of distress, and In the mornings administering his PEG feed and medications. You will help sooth him when needed, making sure he is comfortable, and he can get as much rest as possible. All activity throughout the night is to be accurately documented. Additional shifts available to cover leave etc. To attend staff meetings & supervision. To participate in training as required. To arrive in plenty of time to begin shift, read the handover notes and to receive information in handover from the staff team regarding the day’s events. Keep his environment clean and tidy. Help to fold and tidy away his laundry. You may have to attend holidays with the young person, which is usually for 1 week in the summer and support him during occasional long weekends away mostly with his family. Who this job would suit: A happy, positive, and calm Waking Night Carer with excellent hands-on complex care experience and highly desirable to have autism / special needs experience. You will be dedicated and committed and behave in a professional manner. Non-smoker only (non-vaper). What’s great about this job: The young person is a generally happy and cheerful – he is an absolute pleasure to work with and support. Excellent person-centred training is provided in all aspects of his care and medical needs and behaviour management. A fantastic opportunity to upskill. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV, short relevant cover letter as well as 2 relevant recent references and recent DBS. Job Types: Part-time, Self- employed or employed full time by a care agency. Wage/Salary:**During training and 6 months probation £15 per hour which rises to £16 per hour after the probation.** **Driver Essential? no** **Essential: Experience supporting a client with complex care needs, experienced waking night carer and excellent communication and writing skills. DBS essential. Strong interest in Disability and Autism.** Desirable: NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care, or related degree or in process of studying for a related degree. ractical experience of catheterization and PEG, First Aid and waking nights. Start Date: ASAP Days & Hours: Sunday & Monday 8.30pm to 8.30am. Students of a related field are welcome. Please indicate in your application what is your availability. Either contract with agency or self-employed with UTR number (proof of self-employed carer / Support worker). Please when applying - let us know within if you have experience and why you are applying for this role. We might then send you an email address to forward your cover letter and CV. We hope to hear from you. Thank you.

Job Overview: As a Support Worker in our Supported Housing program, you will play a crucial role in empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. You will provide personalized support to residents, helping them navigate daily challenges and access necessary resources. Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-on-one support to residents in a supported housing setting, fostering a positive and encouraging environment. - Assist residents with daily living skills, including budgeting, meal preparation, personal hygiene, and household management. - Develop and implement individualized support plans in collaboration with residents, social workers, and other stakeholders. - Facilitate access to community resources, including healthcare, employment services, and educational opportunities. - Monitor residents’ progress and well-being, documenting and reporting any changes or concerns to the relevant parties. - Encourage social inclusion and participation in community activities, fostering a sense of belonging and connection. - Conduct regular check-ins and assessments to ensure residents’ needs are being met effectively. - Maintain a safe and supportive living environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations. - Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role. Qualifications: - Previous experience in a support or care role, preferably within a housing or community setting. - Relevant qualifications in social care, psychology, or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care). - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals. - Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by individuals in supported housing situations. - Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. - Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting purposes. - Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends if required. - A valid driver’s license may be preferred, depending on the location and needs of residents. What We Offer: - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities. - Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration. - Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in your community. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for the role.

We are looking for a support worker / Carer to join the team around a 17 year old severely autistic & epileptic teenager with additional health needs. He lives at home with his loving family. He has 24 hour 1:1 support and for some activities 2:1 (like visiting the pool, special needs bike club, visiting the park or visiting shops and cafes). About the Teen: He is a friendly, non verbal, very autistic boy with severe epilepsy, a movement disorder and additional health needs. he is non verbal and can walk only with support. He needs help with all elements of his daily life. He does like to be active (but not in an athletic way) and he loves to be entertained. But he also often also needs a lot of care as he can have seizures which lead to him needing to spend time in hospital. His team of support workers / carers help him with his daily life & routine which includes supporting and facilitating access to activities and community, help him with learning more self help skills and communication, all of his personal care, help with his laundry and keep his environment clean & tidy. About you: This job will suit someone with good experience supporting a young person with disability and autism and has a real interest in disability and autism. You are not afraid to learn care elements like catheterisation and dealing with PEG and Peristeen (ideally you have experience already and other elements of care - otherwise we train you). But this is not just about care but also very much about support and we would like to find someone who can be active, fun and shows initiative. You need to be following the behaviour plan which would explain to you. This could potentially suit a student of a related field as a part time position (but a full time position is also available). You need to be able to swim - this is important to him. Ideally you are a non-smoker / non vaper. You are open to work some weekends and some bank holidays (shared with the team) Both day and night shifts are available and we would prefer applicants who are open to both day and night shifts. Ideally you would be willing to commit for a minimum of 12 months or more. This is a job that could be very fulfilling and is well paid but it is also complex and would be difficult for someone who has no experience with disability. Please read this full ad before we discuss the position further. What’s great about this job: Fantastic training opportunities, with a thorough handover, from long-standing members of staff who know the young person and his family very well. You will be provided with regular training on his health and care needs which include seizure management, catheterisation and peg management and behavioural support. Regular team meetings with the ABA Consultant. Flexibility around days worked to accommodate studies or other commitments. About the Job: Hourly rate £15 p/h and which rises to £16 after 6 months of probation. Part time position - minimum of 24 hours +. (unfortunately 20 hours is not enough for this position). Full time position 35 hours +. Indicate if you are interested in Full time or Part time when you contact us. This position could be on a freelance basis with a UTR number (if you are part time and also if you are a student) otherwise there could be a full time contract with a care agency that supports the teenager. (we can not offer a Sponsorship Visa). If interested: If you are interested please apply and already initially let us know why you would be suitable. We get so many applications please help to make it easier and explain why you applied. We will then let you know where to send your CV and a relevant cover letter explaining your interest and suitability (a few sentences might be enough to get the point across (ideally written by you and not AI). Later on we will need 2 relevant recent references and a valid DBS. We will arrange a face to face interview or a video call (initially) after receiving your CV and relevant cover letter if we feel that you would be a good match for this position. We look forward to hearing from you.

We’re recruiting healthcare assistants/ support workers/carers for immediate placement with our care homes and domiciliary clients. Previous experiences is necessary but not essential as we provide training for new entrants. DBS check is mandatory and willingness to engage in mandatory training is essential. You must have a right to work in the UK. Driving and access to own care is an advantage. Please note that we’re not currently offering sponsorship. Role includes assisting clients with activities of daily living including personal care, incontinence care, medication administration, cooking, light house work and other duties depending on the needs of the clients. We guarantee the National Minimum Wage. Please contact us for further details.

At Delore Care, we prioritise our staff and workers as we believe that this will have a direct impact on the welfare of the people that we care for. This role will be providing care support in Lewes, Havens & Seaford, Hailsham, Heathfield and Eastbourne localities. Responsibilities and Accountabilities: We support & assist with personal care. Prompting and administering medication. Support with shopping and appointments Providing support with hobbies and social activities Providing companionship, being supportive & friendly. Helping patients with their everyday duties Preparing light meals. Light domestic duties. Benefits Career Progression - We are a growing company and there is always opportunity to move up the career ladder, we consider internal staff first for job opens. Flexible Payment– Most of our staff get paid 2 weekly but we can be flexible with your payment if you want earlier payments. Mileage payment - We pay mileage in between calls FREE Blue Light card – national discount card for hundreds of retailers Small Teams - You work as part of close knit teams Care Certificate and NVQs - Staff are supported to completed their care certificates and NVQs. Holiday entitlement - All care workers have their 28 days holiday entitlement Pension scheme - All staff are registered unto a pension scheme to save for the future unless staff opt out. Sponsorship can be provided. Skills required: Experience preferred but not essential as you will be trained Reliable and trustworthy as lone working is required Have a caring and nurturing personality Managing different medical conditions like dementia, autism, challenging behaviour Passion and commitment to provide outstanding care Have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social care is a great advantage or be willing to work towards this. Requirements: Proof of Right to work in the UK Proof of NI on official document (except you are new in the country and yet to obtain NI number) 2 Proofs of address with the last 3 months Valid DBS check/ or willing to pay for a new DBS Able to provide contact details for 2 references Driving licence is required

Holly Bush Nursing Home is based in Stanmore / Harrow and is registered to care for up to 12 adults with learning disabilities. We are looking to expand our dedicated team of carers to assist in maintaining a high standard of personal care. Job Description: The Ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with good communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help our service users. To share the personal care and support needs of service users with other staff members of the team in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes their independence. The care and support provided by Care and Support Workers is expected to include support that would reasonably be given by members of the service user's family and is not to include tasks that would normally be undertaken by a trained nurse. Principal responsibilities To assist service users who need help getting up and going to bed in the morning and evenings, including dressing and undressing, washing, bathing and going to the toilet. To help service users with their mobility and with any physical disabilities, including incontinence and use of personal aids and equipment. To care for service users who are temporarily sick and need bed nursing and help with feeding etc. To provide care and support for service users who are terminally ill. To help in the promotion of mental and physical activities of service users through talking, outings, reading, writing, hobbies and recreations. To make and change beds, light cleaning, emptying commodes and general tidying. To inspect, launder and mend customers' clothes. To set tables and trays, prepare and serve light meals, clearing away and washing up. To read and write reports and be involved in service users reviews and training activities. To adhere to all the nursing homes policies and procedures at all times. To report either to the Manager or Nurse on duty any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a service users. To encourage the independence of service users wherever possible. It is considered essential that Care and Support Workers possess the following qualities: Self motivated & well organised. Flexible. Caring & sensitive to the needs of others. Ability to use own initiative. Ability to communicate effectively. SIMPLYCARE …"A Provider And Employer That Simply Cares !"

Care Assistant required. All Training Provided. As a Community Care Assistant, you will be supporting our clients in their own homes with all aspects of their day-to-day living. Whether it's assistance with physical and social activities such as eating, bathing or shopping, a caring, empathetic, supportive and passionate approach to providing a high level of care and support, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. Your responsibilities will include ️Personal Care Meal Prep Assisting with Medication Shopping / Domestic calls Supporting with independence Companionships We are looking for Passionate, Caring, Respectful, and Professional individuals to join our amazing team as a Care Support worker. Excellent rates of pay, we offer a truly rewarding career within Select Care Recruitment where all staff members are encouraged for new positions within our organisation which range from senior carer, care co-ordinators, to supervisors and managers. Start your career with us today and make a difference Brentwood, Hutton and surrounding areas