Compassionate Day Centre Care & Support Worker

Choices For Life; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £12.71 + overtime

Westfield Health after probation

Company pension

Employee discounts

Free on-site parking

Casual dress code

Job summary

Choices For Life is seeking a Support Worker to provide compassionate care to adults with learning disabilities including autism and challenging behaviours, based in Coalville, UK.

You will assist with personal care and daily activities, implement behaviour management strategies, and work with health professionals to ensure holistic, safe care. A valid driving licence and weekend availability are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social care or transferable experience.
• Knowledge of first aid procedures and ability to respond to emergencies.
• Understanding of behaviour-management techniques for complex needs.
• Valid driving licence (age 21+). Ability to operate company vehicles.
• Willingness to work weekends (usually 1 in 4 weeks).
• Physical ability to handle/push wheelchairs and support users.
• Available for 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00–16:00.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene, dressing and toileting.
• Provide tailored care and support to meet individual needs.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to support challenging behaviours.
• Offer companionship and emotional support; build meaningful connections.
• Collaborate with health professionals for holistic care.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

Skills

Driving licence

Weekend availability

First aid

Behaviour management

Social care experience

Emergency response

Physical ability

Job description

Choices For Life is seeking a Support Worker to provide compassionate care to adults with learning disabilities including autism and challenging behaviours, based in Coalville, UK.

You will assist with personal care and daily activities, implement behaviour management strategies, and work with health professionals to ensure holistic, safe care. A valid driving licence and weekend availability are required.