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Support Worker
- Posted 21 July 2025
- Salary 22.98
- LocationIslington EC1P United Kingdom
- Job type Contract
- Sector Social / NGO / Health & Care
- ReferenceRQ1566967
Job description
3 Month Contract with a local Authority
Job Purpose
- As a Support Worker at Daylight, you will play
a vital role in delivering person-centred care and support to individuals with
learning disabilities, mental health needs, or physical disabilities. You will
help service users achieve their goals, develop life skills, and participate in
their communities.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Provide
high-quality, compassionate care tailored to individual needs.
- Support
service users with daily living activities such as personal care, meal
preparation, and medication.
- Encourage
and assist with social, educational, and recreational activities.
- Promote
independence, dignity, and choice in all aspects of care.
- Maintain
accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.
- Work
collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and other team
members.
- Uphold
safeguarding principles and ensure a safe environment at all times.
Essential
Experience Required.
- Previous experience in a care or support role (e.g.,
residential care, supported living, community outreach, or day services).
- Experience working with individuals with learning
disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, or physical disabilities.
- Familiarity with person-centred care planning and
safeguarding practices.
- Experience supporting individuals with communication
needs or challenging behaviour.
- Basic knowledge of health and safety, medication
administration, and record-keeping.
Essential
Qualifications Required
- Relevant qualification in field of work
Additional information to note
- This role is 35
working hours per week.
- This role Requires
Enhanced DBS
The role closes on 29/07/25