Support Worker

Overview

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care Support Worker (Dementia). An NVQ level 2 (or above) certificate in Health and Social Care is essential for this role along with 6 months minimum experience within a Dementia setting.

Location

Langfield Care Home

Pay Rates

• Nights Rates of Pay: NVQ level 2 in Health and Social care: £13.81 per hour
• Nights Rates of Pay: NVQ level 3 in Health and Social care: £14.64 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to live empowered, fulfilling lives?

Qualifications

If you hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have at least 6 months' experience in a Dementia care setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families.
• Support people to participate in appropriate leisure activities and activities of daily living, normalising life as much as possible with joy and happiness.
• Providing personal care with empathy and sensitivity.
• Receive tailored dementia training to enhance your skills and the lives of those you will support.
• Collaborate with a passionate, multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways.
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more.
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as "Making a Difference" award and Long Service Awards.
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that's fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that's available 24/7, all year round.
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future.
• Fully funded DBS check.

About Orchard Care Homes

• Located in Langley, a residential area between Rochdale and Manchester City Centre, Langfield care home provides residential care for those living with varying needs.
• Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years.
• We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.
• We believe in investing in our people.
• Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

How to Apply

Apply today! If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

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