Support Worker in Stafford inStafford PUBLISHED SAT 18 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 18 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £26171.48/year Hours: Full time Closing date: 17 November 2025 Location: Stafford, Staffordshire, ST19 9QT Company: Active Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: Activecare_86093 Apply for this job Summary Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. We have an amazing opportunity for Full Time Support Workers to join our team at our Ivetsey Bank Hospital. Supporting young people aged 12-18 with a diagnosed mental health condition. You will be part of a fantastic team who are committed to offering you the guidance, support and training you need to thrive in your role. Providing plenty of opportunities to participate in the development of the hospital so we can provide the best support possible for our young people! What you'll be working: Your hours are based on a rota working every other weekend. Full time hours available 37.5 hours per week What you'll be doing: Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights Build relationships with patients, which are open and two way Support patients to undertake their rehabilitation programme Establish methods of communication with patients, reducing barriers when necessary Assist patients with mealtimes where necessary Support with activities of daily living and personal care when needed Communicate any issues to the clinical team Accurately report and/or record work activities What you'll have: Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Flexible, professional, and positive approach to multi-site working. Proven reliability in terms of full attendance and timekeeping. Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual. Self-confidence and ability to manage challenging situations We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. INDRESI What to look forward to: 25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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