Full job descriptionSupport Worker – Surrey

Location: Surrey
Salary: £16 - £18.50 per hour
Job type: Temporary
Shifts: Days, evenings, nights and weekends available

About the roleWe are recruiting caring, reliable and motivated Support Workers to support adults and young people across Surrey.
As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to individuals with a range of needs, which may include learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and complex care needs.
You will help service users live as independently as possible while promoting their dignity, choice, wellbeing and safety.

Key responsibilitiesYour duties may include:
*Supporting individuals with daily living activities
*Assisting with personal care when required
*Supporting with meal preparation, shopping and household tasks
*Helping service users attend appointments and community activities
*Encouraging independence, confidence and life skills
*Providing companionship and emotional support
*Supporting individuals with their hobbies, interests and social activities
*Following individual support plans and risk assessments
*Observing and reporting changes in a service user’s wellbeing or behaviour
*Completing accurate daily notes and care records
*Supporting with medication in line with training and company procedures
*Following safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety procedures
*Working closely with families, colleagues and healthcare professionals

RequirementsApplicants should have:
*Previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant
*A caring, patient and respectful approach
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
*The ability to remain calm in challenging situations
*Reliability, flexibility and good time-management skills
*The ability to work independently and as part of a team
*A commitment to promoting dignity, independence and person-centred support
*The right to work in the UK
A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training may be provided.
A full UK driving licence may be beneficial for some roles but is not always essential.
Successful candidates will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

What we offer*Flexible working hours
*Day, evening, night and weekend shifts
*Support from an experienced recruitment team
*Opportunities to work in a variety of care settings
*A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference

How to applyTo apply for this Support Worker position in Surrey, please submit your CV through Reed.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by a member of our recruitment team.
Apply today and begin a rewarding career supporting people to live safely, confidently and independently.