Support Care Worker
Support Care Worker
Would you like a job where your care and support can make a difference every day?
We’re looking for Support Care Workers to join our team. You’ll support people with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, meals and medication. You’ll also help them enjoy the activities and hobbies that matter to them, and make their own choices wherever possible.
You’ll work with the people we support, their families and other professionals. We’re looking for someone who is kind, communicates well and wants to provide good-quality support.
At HarmonI, we believe in Dignity and Respect, Learning and Reflection, Working Together, and Commitment to Quality Care and Support. If these values matter to you too, we’d love to hear from you.
We have full time, part time and bank opportunities available.
About this role
As a Support Care Worker, you’ll help people live as independently as possible in their own homes. You’ll offer support with everyday tasks, personal care and activities, while respecting each person’s choices and treating them with dignity.
You’ll get to know the people you support and work alongside a friendly team to help make each day a good one. No two days are quite the same, and the support you give can make a real difference.
We’ll help you build your skills through training, with the opportunity to work towards a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care.
Note: this position is subject to an enhanced with barred list AccessNI check. Copies of the relevant policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, handling and storage of disclosure information as well as the AccessNI code of practice are available on request. Please note that having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position with HarmonI.
What you will need
Required criteria
- GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent.
- Willingness to register with NISCC (Northern Ireland Social Care Council).
- Must be caring, sensitive, patient, reliable, punctual, and flexible.
- Good communication skills with a positive attitude.
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding and application of workplace values: Dignity and Respect, Learning and Reflection, Working Together, and Commitment to Quality Care.
- A commitment to undertake Health and Social Care qualifications if not currently held.
Desired criteria
- Level 2 Qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
- Level 3 Qualification in Health and Social Care (attracts an enhanced hourly rate).
- A minimum of six months experience caring for a vulnerable person (this can be paid, voluntary, or personal life experience).
- Currently registered with NISCC.
- Experience in keeping records and following procedures in a methodical way.
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Flexibility and Adaptability
Listening/ Active Listening
Teamwork
Communication
Administering Medicine
Empathy
Paperwork and Record Keeping
Time Management
Organisational skills
Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs
Experience working with vulnerable people
Providing personal care
Experience supporting people who display behaviour that communicates
