Support Worker and Relief Support Worker in Invergordon inInvergordon PUBLISHED THU 17 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.21-£12.50 per hour
Key & Community Lifestyles rQBA809M
Job description
Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey.
We are Key and Community Lifestyles, two organisations that support disabled people of all ages to make everyday matter.
Our teams know that good support is essential for a good life, and so we work alongside every person we support and their family to help them live life to the full.
We are recruiting now in Invergordon. Join us in making every day matter!
Working locally, you will join one of our teams delivering great quality individualised support to adults who have a variety of support needs. You will empower individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting choice, dignity, and well-being. Every day is different in this challenging but rewarding role.
If you're caring, reliable, flexible, and passionate about supporting others to achieve the life they desire, then you could be who we are looking for!
Applicants must be prepared to work flexibly as part of the team to meet the needs of the people who use our service. Supports will include work in the evenings and weekends as well as sleepovers and waking nights when required.
A commitment to a person-centred approach is essential and experience of working with people with learning disabilities is desirable.
Join us and make every day matter!
If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract because you have other commitments, we also have opportunities to join our register of relief workers who provide support based on their availability.
We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest convenience as we may be able to offer interview at an earlier date to shortlisted candidates.
Please apply directly to our website via the link below:
https://jobsincare.com/job/jWcJ0ES6
We are Key and Community Lifestyles, two organisations that support disabled people of all ages to make everyday matter.
Our teams know that good support is essential for a good life, and so we work alongside every person we support and their family to help them live life to the full.
We are recruiting now in Invergordon. Join us in making every day matter!
Working locally, you will join one of our teams delivering great quality individualised support to adults who have a variety of support needs. You will empower individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting choice, dignity, and well-being. Every day is different in this challenging but rewarding role.
If you're caring, reliable, flexible, and passionate about supporting others to achieve the life they desire, then you could be who we are looking for!
Applicants must be prepared to work flexibly as part of the team to meet the needs of the people who use our service. Supports will include work in the evenings and weekends as well as sleepovers and waking nights when required.
A commitment to a person-centred approach is essential and experience of working with people with learning disabilities is desirable.
Join us and make every day matter!
If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract because you have other commitments, we also have opportunities to join our register of relief workers who provide support based on their availability.
We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest convenience as we may be able to offer interview at an earlier date to shortlisted candidates.
Please apply directly to our website via the link below:
https://jobsincare.com/job/jWcJ0ES6
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Can you tell us a bit about yourself and why you are interested in this role?
What experience do you have in support work or a related field?
This role requires working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. How do you feel about this, and what strategies do you use to manage your time effectively?
How do you empower individuals to make choices regarding their own lives? Can you provide an example?
Imagine you are supporting an individual who refuses to engage in an activity they used to enjoy. How would you approach this situation?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and why you are interested in this role?
2. What experience do you have in support work or a related field?
3. This role requires working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. How do you feel about this, and what strategies do you use to manage your time effectively?
4. How do you empower individuals to make choices regarding their own lives? Can you provide an example?
5. Imagine you are supporting an individual who refuses to engage in an activity they used to enjoy. How would you approach this situation?
Useful skills for a Support Worker and Relief Support Worker:
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Working as a Support Worker or Relief Support Worker in the UK requires a combination of specific skills, personal qualities, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here are some key skills and attributes you would typically need:
Key Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their families, and other professionals. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the needs and feelings of others. Being able to provide emotional support is crucial.
3. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships with clients.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and find solutions in challenging situations, ensuring the well-being of clients.
5. Patience and Resilience: Working with vulnerable individuals can be demanding; patience and resilience are important for managing stress and maintaining a positive attitude.
6. Organization and Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively, plan and prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records.
7. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to the varying needs of clients and changes in situations.
8. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals and support workers to provide comprehensive care.
9. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and software for documentation and communication can be beneficial.
10. Basic Health and Safety Knowledge: Understanding of health and safety regulations and practices, including first aid and safeguarding procedures.
Personal Qualities:
- Dedication: A genuine commitment to helping others and improving their quality of life.
- Tact and Discretion: The ability to handle sensitive information respectfully and confidentially.
- Non-judgmental Attitude: An open-minded approach to working with diverse groups of people.
Qualifications and Training:
While formal qualifications are not always mandatory, having relevant certifications can be beneficial:
1. NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care: These qualifications are often preferred by employers and cover various skills needed in care.
2. First Aid Certificate: Having basic first aid training is often a requirement.
3. Manual Handling Training: Knowledge of safe practices in physical support of clients.
4. Safeguarding Training: Understanding how to protect vulnerable individuals from abuse and neglect.
5. Specialized Training: Depending on the clientele (e.g., people with disabilities, mental health conditions, elderly care), additional training may be required.
Experience:
Experience in a care setting can be advantageous. Many employers value personal experience, such as caring for family members, as well as professional experience.
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