Female Support Worker (Days & Nights Available)

Blue Ribbon; Penwortham; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

Supportive Team

Meaningful Work

40-hour Week

Job summary

Blue Ribbon in Penwortham is seeking a Female Support Worker to empower adults with autism and learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role paying £13.14 per hour and involves personal care, daily living tasks, medication administration, and community access.

You will follow person-centred care plans, complete care records, and maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Supports individuals with autism and learning disabilities.
• Ability to follow person-centred care plans.
• Documentation of care records and daily notes.
• Safeguarding awareness and safe practice.
• Willingness to complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Enable access to activities and support personal choices and preferences.
• Follow care plans and assist with personal care, daily living tasks.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and document care records.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support meal preparation, domestic tasks and community access.
• Provide emotional and social support to service users.
• Report safeguarding concerns and maintain good relationships with family and professionals.
• Encourage independent living skills where possible and participate in training.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Open-mindedness

Education

Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job reference: 000810

Salary: £13.14 per hour

Location: Penwortham

Hours Per Week: 40

Job Start Date

Closing date: 31/10/2026

Female Support Worker – Make a Real Difference

Pay Rate - £13.14 per hour

(Full-Time)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Do you want to support individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Female Support Worker in Penwortham!

About The Role

• Enable People we Support to access a full range of chosen activities, ensuring their personal choices and preferences are supported.
• Contribute to and follow person-centred care plans, ensuring individual needs and wants are always met.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Accurately complete key daily documentation, including care records, fluid and nutrition charts, and incident reports.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support individuals with meal preparation, domestic duties, and general household tasks.
• Provide psychological, emotional, and physical support to service users.
• Enable access to the community, support with appointments, and encourage meaningful social interactions.
• Identify and report any concerns, ensuring a safe and safeguarding-compliant environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with family members, friends, and external professionals.
• Encourage and support independent living skills where possible.
• Keep up to date with all required training to ensure best practices.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for caring, motivated, and dedicated individuals who share our values.

Essential

• Open-minded attitude to diversity and inclusion.
• Positive and resilient approach to work.
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative when working alone.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Preferable

• Previous experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Knowledge and understanding of Autism & Learning Disabilities.
• Transferable skills from similar roles or personal experiences.

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding Role – Make a real difference in people’s lives every day.
• Training & Development – Gain qualifications and grow your career.
• Supportive Team – Work in a caring and inclusive environment.
• Varied & Meaningful Work – No two days are the same!

Our Values

• Everybody Matters – Ensuring inclusivity and respect for all.
• Honesty & Integrity – Maintaining transparency and trustworthiness
• Passionate & Resilient – Demonstrating enthusiasm and commitment
• Positivity – Fostering a positive, uplifting environment
• Professional Excellence – Striving for excellence in all aspects of care