Support Worker at Figbury Lodge


Company:	Vacancy Filler
Salary:	Competitive
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Canford Heath, BH17 8UE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

Support Worker at Figbury Lodge

Location: 2 Mitchell Road, Canford Heath, Poole, BH17 8US

Salary: £13.90 per hour

Hours: 36 hours per week

Shift Times: 3x 07:45-20:15 shifts. Includes alternative weekends.

Shaw healthcare is looking for a passionate and caring person who is ready to make a positive impact at Figbury Lodge. Figbury Lodge is a modern, purpose-built care home in Canford Heath, Poole, specialising in dementia and residential care.

Why Work at Shaw Healthcare?

Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats. We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024. We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics. We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month. We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys.

Job Responsibilities

As a Support Worker you will be responsible for promoting physical and emotional support to our lovely service users. The will include, but not limited to:

Providing person-centred care in line with an individual’s care plan

Offering personal care, which includes assistance with bathing, dressing and hygiene

Maintaining accurate documentation of care delivered, including fluid/food intake, activities and incidents

Promoting dignity, choice and inclusion

Working collaboratively as part of a team and supporting your colleagues in day-to-day duties

Maintaining a safe, happy, and caring environment

No experience required - Your values and behaviours matter more than your background. If you’re someone who listens well, treats others with respect, and genuinely wants to support people to live their lives, we’ll provide everything you need to succeed. With full training, ongoing support, and development opportunities, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Benefits:

Excellent Career Opportunities

Care Qualifications

76% Employee Owned - our employees have received over £1850 each in tax free bonuses to date!

Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1000 for each referral by you)

Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced payrates for bank holidays

Free Uniform

Death in service payment *subject to criteria

GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app

Discounted Homemade Meals while on Shift

Pension scheme

Colleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.

Holiday discounts

Outstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Our support to your Wellbeing includes free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now!

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