Looking for a role where you can make a difference? Join our award-winning care home, The Laurels, in Carlisle, Cumbria. We are seeking a warm and caring Support Worker to provide quality care and support to older adults, some of whom have dementia, helping them lead fulfilling and enriched lives.
Recognized as one of the top 20 care homes in the region, our service is based on glowing reviews from residents and their loved ones.
No two days at The Laurels are the same as we support our vibrant residents to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities, arranging enjoyable and entertaining experiences for all of our residents.
The role includes providing personal care and the administration of medication and you will develop warm and trusting relationships with service users, enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest. The Laurels has a family feel and we enjoy sharing all our exciting activities with residents’ close family and friends on Facebook.
“This is the most supportive organisation I’ve worked for and I have worked in care for over 20 years. The training is excellent and if there’s anything you want to achieve or any ambitions you have, this is the right place to be” - Shirley-Ann Tingey, Registered Manager
We are looking for candidates from all walks of life. No previous care experience is needed, just a passion for providing person-centred care and support and working in a fun environment!
Vacancy Reference Number: 79414
Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Evidence of vaccination needs to be demonstrated as part of the pre- employment process
Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.
We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Gender is considered to be an occupational requirement – Equality Act 2010.
Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.