Support Worker – Supported Living
We are seeking a compassionate Support Worker to provide personalised care and companionship, helping an individual maintain independence at home.
Overview
Position: Support Worker / Carer
Salary: £13.25 per hour (increasing to £13.80 from 1st April)
Location: Harrold, Bedfordshire
Hours: Part time, live-in pattern (one week on, one week off)
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
This is a rewarding opportunity to support an individual living in a rural village setting who has Parkinson’s and requires day-to-day assistance at home. You will work closely with their partner to provide high quality, person centred care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting with medication and personal care including continence
- Assisting with meal preparation, including cooking traditional homemade meals
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Supporting with mobility and gentle exercise
- Assisting with hydration and general wellbeing
- Helping with light household tasks
- Providing occasional night support where required
You will typically work a 10 hour day with a 2 hour break, with flexibility required to meet the individual’s needs.
About You
We are looking for someone who is kind, patient and reliable, with a genuine passion for supporting others.
You will ideally have:
- Experience in a care or support role
- A compassionate and respectful approach
- Confidence supporting individuals with mobility needs
- Ability to cook simple, nutritious meals
- Flexibility to work a live-in rota
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
About the Organisation
This organisation is a well established provider of high quality, person centred care, supporting individuals to remain independent in their own homes. They are known for their strong values, commitment to training, and supportive working environment.
You will be provided with accommodation, meals or an allowance, and access to training and ongoing support.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Care Assistant, Live-in Carer, Personal Care Assistant, Support Assistant, Healthcare Assistant
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
