Support Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Braintree, CM7
Rate of Pay: £9.50 - £13.00 per hour
Swanstaff are looking for passionate Support Workers to join our team providing care for adults with physical or learning disabilites in a supported living home in Braintree. The role of a support worker is unique as some days you may take residents on a shopping spree and the next day you could be taking them to see their favourite rock band! You will be aware and responsive to the residents and emotional needs to ensure that all activities are accessible for all.
You will be required to assist residents who need help dressing, undressing, bathing and using the toilet. Other activities may include taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing and hobbies.
Staff strive on providing the best care for the residents depending on their needs and abilities showing person centred care throughout. As a member of Swanstaff recruitment you will be required to show the same standard of person-centred care as the permanent staff in the home.
Requirements
- Assisting residents with care
- Manage daily activities in care plan
- Administering medication where needed
- Assisting with bathing, showering, changing of the beds
- Companionship and care in a variety of settings
- Encourage residents to feel comfortable and confident in their abilities to live independently
Benefits:
- Free training
- Working around your availability
- Monday - Friday, day shifts only
- Fast DBS checking and compliance clearance
- Friendly office teams plus the support of dedicated payroll and compliance staff.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this role, please apply online now or alternatively please get in touch with our Healthcare division on 01322 474655.
EMPOWERING PEOPLE WITH OPPORTUNITIES - Swanstaff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Salary: £9.50-£13.00 per hour
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Application question(s):
- Do you have 6 months minimum experience working in healthcare in the UK?
- Do you have your own transport to work each day?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: DVE/SW/B1
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Business Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Support Worker roles across Swanstaff Recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Business Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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