Support Worker At Milewood Healthcare Ltd

Employer: Milewood Healthcare Ltd
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Job Type: Part-time & Full-time
Salary: £24,420.00 – £36,697.25 a year

Role Overview

Milewood Healthcare Ltd is seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to provide high-quality care and assistance to individuals in various settings, including residential homes, community environments, and healthcare facilities around Hertfordshire.

This role involves supporting residents with daily activities, ensuring their safety, and promoting independence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, caregiving, and working with diverse populations such as seniors, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those experiencing memory loss.

Prior experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care is highly valued. Support Workers play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those they serve through attentive and personalized care.

Key Responsibilities

Duties

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

• Provide medication administration and monitor vital signs in accordance with care plans

• Support residents with mobility using equipment like Hoyer lifts or other assistive devices

• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with meal planning and preparation

• Conduct patient observation to identify changes in condition or behavior

• Maintain a clean and safe environment through light housekeeping and infection control practices

• Document care activities accurately while adhering to HIPAA regulations

• Support residents during activities to promote social engagement and emotional well-being

• Assist with transportation to appointments or community outings as needed

• Follow individualized care plans developed by healthcare professionals

• Participate in ongoing training such as CPR, first aid, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, and hospice care

Experience Required

Candidates should have relevant experience including but not limited to:

• Home & community care experience or working within assisted living facilities

• Long-term care or nursing home experience

• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorders

• Knowledge of dementia and memory care techniques

• Familiarity with patient monitoring, vital signs measurement, medication administration, and HIPAA compliance

• Prior caregiving roles involving patient observation, resident support, or direct support services

• Skills in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other cognitive impairments

• Experience performing heavy lifting safely using equipment like Hoyer lifts

• Background in social work or hospice care is advantageous but not required

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support across various stages of health and independence. Milewood Healthcare Ltd values compassionate caregivers committed to providing respectful and person-centered care.

Employment Details

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,420.00 – £36,697.25 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Expected start date: 12/01/2026

Work Location: In person

Benefits

• Company pension

• Employee mentoring programme

How to Apply

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