Support Worker
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Support Worker
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring a Support Worker for a residential care home in Lancaster. The role involves providing person-centered care, medication management, activity planning, and promoting independence for residents. Shift patterns include days, nights, and weekends. The role is permanent, full-time (40 hours/week), with an hourly rate of £12.71.
About The Company
At [Employer hidden], we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care.
About The Role
This role is based within a residential care home, providing consistent support to residents in a safe and nurturing environment. The home operates on a round-the-clock basis, offering a range of shift patterns to ensure continuity of care at all times. This includes weekday, weekend, and overnight shifts, with staff working as part of a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and support 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
As a Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of providing high-quality, enabling care. Every day brings new challenges and rewards, making this a truly fulfilling role. You'll be key in helping us achieve our goal of being the best in the field.
Key Responsibilities
- Individual Outcome and Wellbeing: Implement person-centered support plans, promote independence, manage risks, encourage relationships, and ensure legal and best practice compliance.
- Activity Planning: Develop flexible, engaging activity plans that promote autonomy and personal growth.
- Health and Lifestyle: Support individuals in maintaining healthy lifestyles and managing their health needs.
- Communication: Facilitate effective communication and maintain detailed, person-centered records.
- Medication Management: Oversee medication processes and support individuals in self-administration.
- Safety and Environment: Maintain a safe, clean-living environment and adhere to health and safety protocols.
About You
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Strong communication skills
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Proactive and innovative thinker
- Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion
- Team player with a collaborative spirit
Don't meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! At [Employer hidden], we're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we're looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience. If you're excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you!
Why Choose Us?
- Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
- Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
- Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
- Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.
Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces. Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.
[Employer hidden] is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.