Support Worker - Social Care

If you're the kind of person who thrives when others are snuggled up in bed, then we want to hear from you! As a dedicated Support Worker in our fantastic team, you'll play a vital role in helping our customers regain their independence and live well in their own homes. You'll be working with individuals who may need a little extra support due to frailty or dementia, and you'll have the rewarding opportunity to truly make a difference in their lives. Whether you're new to care or have some experience under your belt, we're excited to train and support you on this fulfilling journey. Typical day as a Support Worker (known internally as Reablement Worker)

• You'll provide 24-hour support to our lovely customers, ensuring they feel safe and cared for throughout the night.
• Working closely with your care team, you'll follow support plans and promptly report any concerns, making teamwork a key part of your role.
• Supporting customers with daily living activities, you'll help them with everything from getting dressed to preparing meals, making every moment count.
• Expect plenty of time for cuppas, chats, and catch-ups; we believe in a relaxed pace, so you won't be rushing from one customer to the next!
• You'll join a warm and friendly environment where we all support each other, making your experience here enjoyable and rewarding.
You'll go home every day knowing you have changed our customers lives for the better, working for one of the top 10 places to work in the UK! You bring


• A Level 2 Diploma in Care or equivalent experience in a personal care environment would be great, but if you're new to care, we can help you work towards one as we provide all the training and support you need to help you succeed.
• We'd love to see candidates who have worked in CQC care settings, but it's not a dealbreaker if you haven't.
• A positive, caring can-do attitude is essential; your empathy will help transform our customers' lives.
• Previous experience of working with support plans is beneficial, but the ability to record and communicate information effectively is what we truly value.
• An understanding of the local community and networks would be brilliant, but what matters most is your people skills and ability to connect with others.
• Finally, if you have a background in the public sector or similar fields, we welcome your transferable skills and insights!
Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role. This remains under regular review. Our team Looking for a job where you really belong? Where you can be, well you! We want you to bring your unique experiences and skills into our caring team. If you're looking for a role where you truly belong and be yourself, then come and join us at Home Group, where you'll be able to thrive., Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.


• 21:30 - 7:30
• Although you'll work nights / lone work, we do get together regularly, in the daytime, for training and team meetings.
• Able to use technology for creating and updating support plans.
• You'll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that.
A place where you belong Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work! What's in it for you?
• 34 days leave (including bank hols and a "me day" to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We'll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies, and lots more.
• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays, and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike, or car? Save money with us.
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you're ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Colleagues really matters to us, that's why we're the 10th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them.
• Learn more about our benefits on our website.
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