Working in social care is incredibly rewarding, but it’s not for everyone.

Take our short quiz to find out whether you’re suited to life as a carer.

  • Patience

    Many of our service users need help with day-to-day activities like shopping, cooking and personal wellbeing. Our carers are there to help them manage these activities whilst teaching them the skills they need to live independently.

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    How would you feel about helping someone improve their life skills?

  • Support

    Young people and adults with mental health conditions or learning disabilities often need support with medical appointments, housing options and claiming benefits. Part of a carer’s role is to advocate on their behalf to ensure they get the medical and financial support they’re entitled to.

    Question

    How confident are you speaking up in meetings and appointments?

  • Decision making

    Caring for people with complex needs often requires you to make decisions and act quickly and professionally.

    Question

    Would you say you’re a quick thinker in challenging situations?

  • Flexibility

    As a carer, your role will sometimes involve staying overnight or working flexible hours to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the person you’re caring for.

    Question

    Are you able to be flexible with your working hours and adapt to the changing needs of the service user?

  • Fitness

    Caring for people with complex needs can be great fun, and we get involved with as many physical activities as we can.

    Question

    Are you a hands-on person who likes to get active and enjoy the outdoors?

  • Adaptability

    It’s important that all our service users are looked after in a consistent and professional way in accordance with their personalised care plan even when their behaviour is challenging.

    Question

    Do you have the attention to detail and professionalism needed to ensure the rules are followed, even in a difficult environment?

Great! We think you’d be suited to a career in complex care.

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Registered Manager

  • Dimensions Care
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Permanent
  • £42000 - £46000 per annum

Dimensions care has 5 homes within the Midlands. We are professional and our goal is to Value People . Our work environment includes: Food provided Work-from-home days Growth opportunities Wellness programs Dimensions care are recruiting for an...

Support Worker

  • ProCare Wales
  • Denbighshire
  • Permanent
  • Up to £27500 per annum

ProCare Wales is looking for passionate Support Workers to manage a small team of staff helping adults with complex needs in our home in Llanddulas and in the community. ProCare Wales has been providing outstanding outcomes for the individuals we support...

Support Worker

  • Seaside Care Homes
  • Clacton-On-Sea, Essex
  • Permanent
  • £11.65 - £12.50 per annum + Pension, Life Insurance, Medicash
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Job Overview

We are recruiting for a brand-new service recently opened in Clacton-on Sea. Marella Lodge is situated in Gorse Lane will be the sister home for the well-established Driftwood Lodge and offer a permanent home to four young people with learning disabilities and complex care needs. Marella Lodge has been thoughtfully adapted for the young people that will call it home.
The brand-new team for this amazing opportunity will consist of Support Workers or Senior Support Workers (if you hold Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care) who are passionate about the best possible quality care, who are dedicated, resilient, kind-hearted, imaginative and truly want to make a difference.
You will work to support young adults with disabilities, and complex health care needs. You will be part of an amazing, vibrant, forward-thinking team with plenty of opportunities to progress and develop supported by our Manager & Clinical Co-coordinator.

We have a person-centred support ethos which enables individuals to maximise their potential and increase their independence, choice and community inclusion. Our Support Workers/ Senior Support Workers play a vital role in making that happen.

We fund all training, so no experience is necessary. The most important qualification is a caring, compassionate and patient nature, and a desire to have a lasting positive impact on the lives of the young people we support.

MUST be able to do day shifts and night shifts.

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