🌟 Join Our Team as a Support Worker! 🌟
16–21 hours per week • Sleepovers included • Juniper Green, Edinburgh
Are you a fun-loving, motivated person who loves going the extra mile to brighten someone’s day? 💛
Do you value a role where you feel supported, appreciated, and part of something meaningful?
If so, a Support Worker role with our award‑winning charity might be exactly what you’ve been looking for! ✨
💕 About the Role
We’re looking for a Female Support Worker to join our friendly team and support two wonderful young ladies who share their own home in the Juniper Green area of Edinburgh.
These ladies have faced challenges due to learning disabilities and Autism, but they don’t let that stop them from living life to the fullest! 🎭🎶🛍️🏊♀️✈️
They love theatre trips, music and dancing, clothes shopping, holidays, swimming — and they’re always excited to try something new. If you’re creative, energetic, and up for a challenge, they’d love to meet you!
🌈 What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be part of a diverse, supportive team helping the ladies live happy, safe, and fulfilling lives. Your role may include:
- 💊 Supporting with medication
- 🍳 Cooking and meal preparation
- 🧼 Assisting with personal care
- 🏡 Helping maintain their home
- 💷 Supporting with finances
🕒 Shift Patterns
We provide support 24/7, so flexibility is key. Shifts typically include:
- 9am – 11pm, followed by a sleepover, then working until 2pm the next day
- 9am – 4pm
- 2pm – 10pm
Sleepovers are part of the role, and weekend availability is required for 1-2 weekends per month.
🌟 Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a warm, welcoming team that truly cares — about the people we support and each other. You’ll make a real difference every day, and you’ll never be short of smiles, laughter, and meaningful moments.
Sometimes the people we support really need a male or female person to support them. For this particular role, a female colleague is required. This is a genuine occupational requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in Worksop and the surrounding areas.
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs. From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
A driver is preferred for this not but not essential.
What we're looking for:
- A genuine passion for supporting others.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
‘Due to the nature of this service we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1’
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
*Job ID:35431
Free physiotherapy
Discount opportunities
Christmas savings scheme
Salary £12.60 per hour
Location Kinning Park, Glasgow
Expiry 02/02/2026 23:59
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 14 days at 23:59 GMT.
The Vacancy
Your new opportunity
Mavisbank is a 7 bedded residential respite service located in the Kinning Park area of Glasgow. We are currently recruiting Female Support Workers. The service is managed by a project manager and 2 team leaders and we are looking to add to our existing compliment of support staff.
The service provides short breaks to adults with disabilities which allows carers respite for them to be able to continue in their caring roles. Currently we have around 100 families who use our service each with a respite budget which allows them to enjoy a set number of allocated nights away from home. While some of our guests require minimum supports, others may have more complex support needs. We offer person centred and flexible support breaks to our respite guests.
Working pattern: This is a permanent 16 hour contract role. You will be part of a rota which requires early shifts, backshifts and sleepovers. Typically as part of the rota, you will work every second weekend. We pay an hourly rate of £12.60.
The successful candidate will benefit from a full training and mentoring package which includes safer handling, administering medication and epilepsy and rescue medication.
What you’ll bring
- Compassion and kindness to support people in their day to day lives.
- Enthusiasm and self-motivation.
- Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals.
- Excellent problem solver who is driven by positive outcomes.
- Resilient, reliable and an excellent listener.
- Good IT & communication skills.
- Full Manual Driving Licence
What you’ll get
- SVQ qualificationsvia our accredited centre
🌴Generous leave: 29 days + 4 public holidays (rising to 34 + 4 after 5 years)
📚Training & developmentopportunities
❤️Opportunity to change livesthrough meaningful work
👨👩👧Family-friendly policies
🏥Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
📞Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
🎁£500 refer-a-friend bonus(T&Cs apply)
🛡️Life Assurance & Pension
🚲Cycle to Work scheme
🎟️Access to Concerts for Carers
Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of start date.
Successful applicants will be contacted on the closing date with face to face interviews taking place on Wednesday 4th of February in Kinning Park.
Quarriers have investors in People Platinum accreditation
About Us
Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.
Benefits
Free physiotherapy and occupational health
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
Non-contributory life assurance scheme
Workplace pension
Christmas savings scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Long service rewards
Significant discount opportunities
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Being a Support Worker at AFG is a hugely rewarding role and could be your first step on a long and happy career in Health & Social Care.
So, what does a Support Worker do?
We have a vision to create a world where amazing people do amazing things every day. Our skilled and experienced teams work with every person we support to create a personalised, outcome-focused plans to achieve their aspirations.
Our Support Workers work in a variety of settings including community-based services (often supporting people in their own homes) to our Independent Hospitals or Adult Care Homes.
One thing that is common across all of our services is a focus on personalised support and tailoring our services to the needs and aspirations of the people we support with a diverse range of care needs (including Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health Concerns, Complex Care, Substance Misuse issues to name a few).
We value the people that work with us…
At AFG we recognise the contribution and value that our staff make. We would not be able to provide the life changing support that we do without people like you! In return for your contribution we will support you throughout your career and we provide a wide range of employee benefits, career development (including opportunities to undertake vocational qualifications) and lifestyle support services to ensure that you too feel supported, fulfilled and valued from day one of your employment with us.
Female Support Worker
Job Introduction
This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines
Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support?
If you have answered a big YES to these questions we would love to hear from you.
Job description
At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England.
As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to residents' lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us.
Where will I be working?
As a Support Worker you will be supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in their own homes within our supported living team. We support people across the Wakefield district but initially you will be allocated to teams operating in the Lupset and Ossett areas. We are looking for a female support worker who preferably has a UK license to drive both manual and automatic vehicles.
You will be required to provide a person-centred approach in all aspects of the role, including supporting people to manage their home, with their mobility, with some personal care, accessing their local community facilities, and maintaining contact with other important people in their lives. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible, to find enjoyment, and to be healthy and safe.
We use a digital social care record system, to support daily recording, which will make your day-to-day tasks easier and allows you to spend more time with the People We Support.
Shift Patterns
This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00am to 2:00/3:00pm and 2:00/3:00 pm to 9:00/10:00pm, sleep ins or waking nights, some weekends.
Please note that the shifts may vary.
Role Responsibility
What will I be doing?
This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include:
- promoting the independence of people we support
- supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday
- arranging activities in the home and in the local community
- developing residents' life skills and personal interests
- helping residents stay safe and healthy
- assisting with personal care needs
- manual handling
- supporting people with medication
- ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements.
The Ideal Candidate
What skills and qualities do I need to have?
Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are:
- passionate, caring and enthusiastic
- flexible, patient and non-judgemental
- a great team player with lots of energy
- able to demonstrate good communication skills
- able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed
- transferable experience of helping people to manage anxiety
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by follo...
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.
We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.
We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
Female Support Worker
Female Support Worker
Part time 20 hours per week
£12.21 per hour
Shift patterns: 8am - 8.30pm and 3pm - 8.30pm.
Double up shifts are available but this is flexible depending on the week and availability (10am-3pm or 10am-4pm)
Edmondsley, Durham Area DH7
Are you are passionate and have a genuine desire to help others?
We are looking for Support Workers to come and join our dedicated team to help individuals live an independent and fulfilling life.
About us
Real Life Options is a registered charity currently going through a period of growth, and we are continuing to search for permanent contracted Support Workers who really want to make an impact on the lives of the people we support.
We deliver creative, dynamic and person-centred services providing a range of individualised support to people living in shared supported living properties and individual tenancies.
About the role
The service consists of four tenants three of which have autism, ideal candidates would have experience supporting adults with complex physical health needs as well having experience in being able to use alternative ways of communicating.
Challenges and health needs include:
Prada Willi, Autism, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Challenging behaviour
Durham service is a small supported living service in a rural setting, five miles from the city of Durham, although it is a very rural, it has some transport links into the town.
For non-drivers, the service can be accessed via bus routes, 56, X78 and 3 from 7am Monday to Friday, and 9am Saturday and Sunday, therefore day staff would need to ensure they would be able to arrive on time for an 8am start.
A typical day:
Supporting individuals in all areas of daily life activities whilst promoting choice and independence/ Activities can include Personal care, finances, cooking, meal preparation, shopping and cleaning.
Encourage and maintain full active participation in the community and enjoying activities at home.
Activities can include walking in quieter/remote locations, drives out to the coast, arts and crafts, shopping, cinema, bowling, baking, watching films and listening to music.
Having your own transport would be an advantage due to the location being very rural.
An enhanced DBS for both adults and children will be required for this role.
Benefits and Rewards
- A minimum of 28-days paid holiday a year, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)
- Accredited training giving you the knowledge and skills to deliver a first rate job
- An employer contributory pension scheme
- In addition to the above you also have access to the following great benefits:
- Health Cash Plan (for full/part time contracted hours)
- £10,000 Life cover
- A free Employee Assistance Programme (including a medical helpline, telephone and face-to-face counselling, debt, financial and legal information)
- A reward gateway with access to discounted goods and services
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- A financial wellbeing scheme
- Refer a Friend Incentive Bonus (terms and conditions apply)
We are keen to recruit someone with the right values and behaviours who can help us to ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do these are:
Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence
If you can circle 6 or more of the skills below, then you could be the person we are looking for:
Honest - Good Communicator - Strong Values – Flexible - Passionate - Self Motivated - Reliable - Caring - Inclusive
Please note that initial contact with applicants will usually be by email, so please check all of your email folders regularly, including your junk mail folders.
Real Life Options are an equal opportunities employer. We seek to recruit, train and promote the best person for the job, to make full use of the talents and resources of all our people and to craft a working environment free from unlawful discrimination, victimisation and harassment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty, a medical condition or individual need that you believe may affect your performance in selection, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to our processes to enable you to perform at ...
Why work for us?
At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:
- Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
- Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5).
- Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won’t go unnoticed.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 28 days of holiday, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
- Financial Benefits: Access to the Wage stream App to be able to advance wages before payday, save money with competitive interest rate and support your financial knowledge and wellbeing. Discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
- Wellbeing Support: Breakfast Club for the next three months (Free breakfast at the home), access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
- Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Senior Support Workers only).
About us
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.
SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.
Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.
Safer Recruitment
As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants:
- A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
- Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
- Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
- References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.
These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.
Diversity
SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are please to confirm that we are a Disability Confident employer.
We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer ...
Why work for us?
At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:
- Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
- Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5).
- Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won’t go unnoticed.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 28 days of holiday, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
- Financial Benefits: Access to the Wage stream App to be able to advance wages before payday, save money with competitive interest rate and support your financial knowledge and wellbeing. Discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
- Wellbeing Support: Breakfast Club for the next three months (Free breakfast at the home), access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
- Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Senior Support Workers only).
About us
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid em
Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.
Safer Recruitment
As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants:
- A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
- Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
- Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
- References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.
These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.
Diversity
SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are please to confirm that we are a Disability Confident employer.
We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.
In exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part ...
Mencap are seeking a Female Support Workers to join our incredible teams in Bexhill.
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of four people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
From assisting with daily activities at home and in the community, to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
What we're looking for:
· A genuine passion for supporting others.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
· Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
· A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Contract options:
Shift times:
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
There is also a non-contractual sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
*Due to the nature of this service we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
Female Support Worker
Job Introduction
Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support?
If you have answered a big YES to these questions we would love to hear from you.
At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England.
As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to residents' lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us.
Where will I be working?
Norman Mount is a purpose built house in the BD2 area of Bradford; the house is home to four adults with a learning disability who are supported to live as independently as possible in their home.
This role is for 1-1 support for a lady at Norman Mount for community support and will include supporting her to access activities she enjoys locally, supporting her with her eating/drinking and continence support.
We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.
Training and Development
We offer training to all those who want to develop their skills and competencies not just in the care sector but in other areas too.
- Level 2 and 3 Lead Adult Care Worker
- Level 3 Operational Team Leader
Please note training will be offered after your probation period ends which is 6 months. Once you begin your training with us you will have your own coach who will support you through your programme.
Shift Patterns
Please note that you would be required to work 4hrs per day, across 5 days. Overtime will also be an option at this service.
Role Responsibility
What will I be doing?
This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include:
- promoting the independence of people we support
- supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday
- arranging activities in the home and in the local community
- developing residents' life skills and personal interests
- helping residents stay safe and healthy
- assisting with personal care needs
- manual handling
- supporting people with medication including creams and lotions
- ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements.
The Ideal Candidate
What skills and qualities do I need to have?
Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are:
- passionate, caring and enthusiastic
- flexible, patient and non-judgemental
- a great team player with lots of energy
- able to demonstrate good communication skills
- able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Poin...
Job Introduction
- Support Worker:Bedford (MK43)
- Rate:£12.25 per hour
- Hours:Full Time (37.5 hrs)
- Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
- Required:Full UK driving licence and access to a car
- Sponsorship:Not available
Imagine a job where you can change someone's life by doing the things you take for granted?
As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you’ll play an important role each day by supporting people to take part in the activities and experiences they value, helping them to live with confidence and independence.
It might be something simple like taking a walk to the shops to get a pint of milk; or something bigger like supporting someone to visit the gym for the first time, start a new hobby, or even take a trip abroad.
We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
What truly matters is your kindness, positivity, and desire to make a difference in someone’s day.
Making a difference for those we support includes;
Allowing people to fulfil and enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
Building trust, connection, and independence
Developing yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team of colleagues
Our Benefits
- Buy & sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension & Life Assurance
An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).
"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".
We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!
We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.
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🌟 Got heart? You’re halfway there.
At Community Integrated Care, we know it takes someone special to work in social care—and that doesn’t always mean having experience. We hire based on values, welcoming people from all walks of life: seasoned support workers, Care Assistants, Veterans, those with lived experience, or even total newbies with a passion to care.
💬 Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Rachel Mortimer, at recruitment.region2@c-i-c.co.uk.
✅ If this sounds like your kind of job, hit ‘Apply’ and fill out our short form.
Need adjustments during the process? Just email recruitment.region2@c-i-c.co.uk.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. Good luck—we can’t wait to meet you!
D019286
£12.64 Per Hour
Droitwich Spa
England, Worcestershire, West Midlands
Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
Closing Date: January 31, 2026
Start 2026 with purpose as a Female Support Worker in WR9 (Droitwich Area)
Location: WR9 – Droitwich (Close to local amenities)Pay: £12.64 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shiftPosition: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)Driver Requirement: Working towards driving confidence (manual preferred for mobility vehicles)
– Current Support Worker
We’re looking for Female Support Workers to join our dedicated team in WR9, supporting six incredible individuals aged 20s–30s with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and complex needs. This is a highly rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful experiences.
- Five gentlemen and one lady, each with unique personalities and communication styles
- Most use wheelchairs and hoists; confidence with manual handling is essential
- Strong family involvement and collaborative working with relatives
Their Interests Include:
- Sensory activities, hydrotherapy, and water play
- Trips to Apex motocross, train stations, and church visits
- Music, nursery rhymes, and story time
- Creative hobbies like painting and woodwork
- Fun, silly interactions and role play
You’ll provide 1:1 and 2:1 support, ensuring safety, dignity, and engagement. Responsibilities include:
- Personal care and manual handling
- Supporting PEG feeding and dysphagia needs
- Administering medication (including buccal for epilepsy)
- Promoting independence and meaningful routines
- Engaging in sensory and community activities
- Building strong relationships with families and the team
- Day: 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM / 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Long Day: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Night: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM / 10:00 PM – 9:30 AM (Sleep-ins included)
Rotas provided in advance for work-life balance.
- Female applicant (Genuine Occupational Requirement applies)
- Great communication skills and ability to spot non-verbal cues
- Calm under pressure, proactive, and forward-thinking
- Comfortable singing, making silly faces, and engaging creatively
- Team player who builds positive relationships with staff and families
- Confidence with manual handling and mobility support
(Experience in complex care preferred but full training provided.)
- Award-Winning Workplace:Great Place to Work for 7 years
- Career Development:Aspire program, funded accredited courses
- Wellbeing & Flexibility:Health checks, mental health support, flexible working
- Recognition:Inspiring People Awards, CEO highlights
- Generous Leave:30 days annual leave pro rata + buy/sell options
- Additional Perks:Bike to Work scheme, discounts on meals, shopping, entertainment, and gym memberships
- Applications reviewed upon receipt – interviews ongoing
- Enhanced DBS required (cost covered by Dimensions)
- Inclusive workforce: We welcome diversity and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria
- BSL support available for all recruitment communications
Gender Requirement:
Gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 where mentioned. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
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