Support Worker

Creative Support is looking for a warm and caring Support Worker to join our friendly Extra Care team in Barrow-in-Furness. At our lively service, we provide quality care and support to 31 residents, helping and encouraging them to lead a fulfilling and enriched life. The service is made up of 41 self-contained flats and the individuals we support are upward of 55 years old with a range of needs including Dementia, learning disabilities & physical disabilities. Our residents have a wide range of support needs, some require a lot of support including double calls as they require hoisting, and others only require prompting with medication. Our service is conveniently situated within walking distance of the town center, with a bus stop at our front doorstep which connects us with the Lake District & surrounding areas. The Bingo Hall opposite us is very popular with our residents, and a few yards up the road is our local British Legion club which hosts live entertainment several nights a week. No two days are the same as we support our residents to follow their passions and engage in a wide range of activities. Activities may include movie nights, gardening, day trips, meals out and many more! Your role will include:

• Prove consistent, respectful personal care, medication administration, manual handling and help with domestic tasks
• Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest
• Encourage residents to engage in a range of exciting social activities both within and outside the home
  
  We are looking for Support Workers from all walks of life. The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing respectful person-centered care and support to older people. Good communication skills are key in this role.
Previous experience in care is essential for this role.