Compassionate Support Worker – Lancaster (36h Rota)

Believecare; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Believe Care and Support in Lancaster is seeking a friendly, compassionate Support Worker to assist a young woman in her own home. You will provide person-centred support to promote independence, confidence and wellbeing while staying engaged with her interests.

The role operates on a 36-hour-per-week rota, including 12-hour shifts and occasional sleep-ins, with daytime and evening work. A genuine passion for supporting people and building trusting relationships is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with learning disabilities and/or mental health support needs is desirable.
• Ability to work in a rota including 12-hour shifts and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the individual with daily living tasks and routines.
• Encouraging and promoting independence and confidence.
• Supporting with self-care and personal wellbeing.
• Helping develop and maintain life skills.
• Supporting with budgeting and everyday decision-making.
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, activities and the local community.
• Supporting the individual to attend appointments and engage with relevant services where required.
• Providing emotional support and reassurance.
• Supporting the individual to make informed choices about their life.
• Advocating for their needs, wishes and aspirations.

Skills

Kindness

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Active listening

Job description

Believe Care and Support in Lancaster is seeking a friendly, compassionate Support Worker to assist a young woman in her own home. You will provide person-centred support to promote independence, confidence and wellbeing while staying engaged with her interests.

The role operates on a 36-hour-per-week rota, including 12-hour shifts and occasional sleep-ins, with daytime and evening work. A genuine passion for supporting people and building trusting relationships is essential.