Female Relief Care and Support WorkerNHS

Job summary

The Female Relief Care and Support Worker will play an important role within Jewish Cares Retirement Living team at Wohl Court on the Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus in Golders Green. This relief position offers £14.80 per hour, providing flexible cover during the day and night, including weekends, as required. Supporting tenants in their own flats, you will help people maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life while providing practical and personal care. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, promoting choice and wellbeing, providing companionship, encouraging social participation and building positive relationships with tenants and their families. You will also work with health and social care professionals, maintain accurate records and contribute to individual care plans. Experience in care is helpful but not essential, as full training and ongoing development are provided. A genuine occupational requirement applies for the postholder to be female.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a caring, compassionate and reliable Female Relief Care and Support Worker to join our Retirement Living team at Wohl Court in Golders Green. This is a rewarding opportunity to support tenants in their own homes, helping them remain independent, connected and in control of their lives. You will provide personal and practical support, encourage participation in social activities and build trusted relationships with tenants and their families. Working flexibly across day and night shifts, including weekends, you will help create a safe, welcoming community where people feel respected and supported. Previous care experience is helpful but not essential, as full training is provided. A genuine occupational requirement applies for this role.

Job description

We are seeking experienced Support Workers who can provide bank/ relief cover both during the day and nights and can work all the following throughout the week and weekends when required, working between 06.45am and 9pm and 9pm to 7am

There is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Sex Discrimination Act 1974, for the postholder to be female.

At Jewish Care, we support people to live independently, with dignity and connection at the heart of everything we do. Our Retirement Living services offer a vibrant, supportive community where tenants can enjoy their independence, knowing care and support are there when needed.

About the role This isnt a typical care role.

As a Care & Support Worker, youll support tenants living in their own flatshelping them stay independent, connected, and in control of their lives. From practical support to companionship, youll build meaningful relationships and play a key role in creating a strong community.

What youll be doing

• Supporting tenants with personal care and daily living
• Promoting independence, choice, and dignity
• Building trusted relationships with tenants and their families
• Supporting wellbeing through social activities and community engagement
• Working with health and social care professionals to provide joined-up support
• Keeping accurate records and using care planning systems

What were looking for

• Caring, compassionate, and respectful
• A great communicator who enjoys building relationships
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable supporting people with different needs, including dementia
• Willing to learn and develop

Experience in care is helpful but not essentialwe provide full training.

What makes this role different

• Youll support people in their own homes, not a care home setting
• A strong focus on independence and choice
• A real sense of community and connection
• Opportunities to build long-term, meaningful relationships

What youll get in return

• Full training and ongoing development
• A supportive, friendly team
• Opportunities to progress within health and social care
• A role where you can make a genuine difference every day

Why this role matters For many of our tenants, youre the person who helps them stay independent, feel safe, and remain connected to their community. Your support helps them continue living life on their terms.

About us

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.