Support Worker

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including assistance with washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility

• Support service users with eating and drinking, following nutritional and hydration care plans

• Assist with moving and handling in line with training and risk assessments

• Observe, monitor, and report changes in service users’ physical or mental health

• Support emotional and social needs, promoting dignity, respect, and independence

• Assist with basic clinical tasks as appropriate (e.g. taking vital signs), in line with training and competency

• Maintain accurate and timely care records and documentation

• Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns appropriately

• Adhere to health and safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies at all times

• Work collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, and other healthcare professionals

• Provide care in line with CQC standards, organisational values, and best practice guidelines