Care Support Assistant

NHS; Colne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care service provider in Colne is seeking a Care Support Assistant to provide quality support for a female client with special needs. The role requires a caring nature, basic IT skills, and offers extensive training. This part-time position includes a competitive pay rate of £14.75 per hour and focuses on delivering meaningful, person-centred care. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Paid annual holiday leave

Full induction and ongoing training

Confidential employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to support others.
• A full UK driving licence is advantageous.
• Previous experience is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support our client with her personal care needs and toileting needs.
• Assist clients in their daily routines, encouraging independence.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Caring and empathetic nature

Basic IT and record-keeping skills

Job description

At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, high‑quality support tailored to each individual’s needs.

Are you caring, compassionate, and looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? Then come and join us in a rewarding career as a Care Support Assistant.

We are currently seeking a Care Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting a female client with a Learning Disability and Sensory needs based in Colne.

About the Role

As a Care Support Assistant, you will receive full training to help you thrive in your role and gain confidence in providing quality care. After training is completed, you will receive a competitive rate of pay of £14.75 per hour.

This position is for 24 hours per week and includes a mixture of both day shifts and waking night shifts. Current shift pattern is 8am – 8pm days, 8pm-8am waking nights.

Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant

• Support our client with her personal care needs and toileting needs
• Assist clients in their daily routines, encouraging independence wherever possible
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Help with household tasks and meal preparation
• Support clients to attend appointments and community activities
• Administer medication when required

What You’re Looking For

• A caring and empathetic nature
• A genuine desire to support others
• Basic IT and record‑keeping skills
• A full UK driving licence is advantageous
• Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training provided

Additional Information

Person‑centred care is very important to us here at Your Life Your Way and you will have the opportunity to meet our client during the recruitment process.

Your Life Your Way is committed to a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the individuals we support. All roles are subject to pre‑employment checks including an enhanced DBS check and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is essential.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, with documentation valid for at least 12 months, to ensure continuity of care for the person we support.

Benefits

• Paid annual holiday leave
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Confidential employee assistance helpline
• Opportunities to gain qualifications in Health and Social Care
• Blue Light membership with discounts from 15,000+ brands
• We pay for your DBS certificate and reimburse you for the Update Service
• Online employee portal for easy access to information
• Employee feedback surveys and staff recognition
• You’ll spend your whole shift with one person, no travelling between sites, just focused, meaningful support

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Care Support Assistant and make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please complete our short application form and upload your CV via our website https://careers.ylyw.org.uk/.