Support Worker in Gloucester inGloucester PUBLISHED FRI 31 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 31 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £13/hr Hours: Full time Closing date: 30 November 2025 Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD Company: Active Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: Activecare_87142 Apply for this job Summary Ready to make a real impact in someone's life? Are you a kind, curious, and caring individual looking to grow your skills in complex care? Then we'd love to meet you! Welcome to Active Care Groupone of the UK's largest and most trusted providers of complex care. We are looking for passionate Support Workers to support our incredible client in her family home in the Gloucester. Meet the Client: I'm a young lady in her mid 20's living with Myofibrillar Myopathy , but that doesn't stop me from living life to the fullest. I love to stay active and get out and aboutyou'll often find me at my favourite Gloucester coffee shop (they know my order by heart!). I'm passionate about creativityI paint, make jewellery, and enjoy all kinds of arts and crafts. My home is filled with pieces of my artwork. When You'll Be Working: Day shifts: Wednesday's 9am 3pm Waking nights: 10pm 7am Full time or part time available Choose from flexible zero hours or permanent contracts What You'll Be Doing : This is so much more than personal care. You'll support our client both at home and out in the communityhelping her live with dignity, purpose, and joy. Don't worry if you're new to complex care we'll train you every step of the way so you feel confident and empowered in your role. What We're Looking For: Some prior care experience (and a big heart) Outgoing and reliable A compassionate nature Strong communication skills Willingness to learn and grow Perks and Benefits Pay up to £13 per hour Exceptional training and development Consistent work with rolling rotas E-learning and face-to-face growth opportunities Be celebrated through our Active Awards Nest Personal Pension account Earn up to £1,500 for referring a friend So, if you're ready to join a team that celebrates care, compassion, and personal growthwe can't wait to welcome you. Apply today and bring your warmth and spirit to a role that truly matters. Let's make care personal. Active Care Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. However due to the nature of the position there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement to recruit female Personal Healthcare Assistants.
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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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