Female Support Worker

Law Office of J. David Outtrim, P.C.; East Devon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support a young woman with Muscular Dystrophy in her home. This role involves providing essential daily care while respecting her independence, with flexible hours and comprehensive training provided.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Paid training

24/7 on-call assistance

Employee perks, including Blue Light discount card

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.
• Comfortable working in a home with a cat (no allergies).
• Respect for privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential care in the client's home.
• Support daily needs while respecting independence.
• Work flexible hours, including day and evening shifts.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Commitment to care

Job description

Location:

Suffolk, East Anglia

Hours:

Various full-time/part-time hours available

Pay:

£14.85 per hour

About HomeCareDirect

HomeCareDirect is a leading national provider of personalised home care. We are dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care while ensuring our staff receive high-quality training, supervision, and career development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Paid training

Ongoing Support & Recognition

We offer:

• Dedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse support
• 24/7 on-call assistance
• Employee perks, including:

• Blue Light discount card
• Long Service Awards
• PA of the Quarter Awards
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing support via Spectrum Life

The Role

As a Personal Care Assistant, you'll be part of our client's dedicated support team, providing essential care in their home. You will be employed by HomeCareDirect but will focus solely on supporting this client.

We have various hours available for both part-time and full-time positions, arranged in advance on a flexible two-week rota. You should be available to work any day of the week, with day and evening shifts only.

About The Client & Your Responsibilities

Our client is a young woman in her 20s with Muscular Dystrophy. She lives at home with her family and has a passion for writing, poetry, and fanfiction. She also enjoys watching films and listening to music and audiobooks.

You will play a key role in supporting her daily needs while respecting her independence and privacy.

Training & Support

We provide comprehensive, paid training (to CQC standards) before your start date, covering:

• Full induction
• Safeguarding Adults
• First Aid / Food Hygiene / Health & Safety
• Physiotherapy / Moving & Handling (with hoist)
• Ventilation / Cough Assist / Oral Suction / Nebuliser
• Epilepsy Awareness / Congenital Muscular Dystrophy
• Personal Care / Administration of Suppositories
• Gastrostomy Care / PEG Medication Administration

All training must be completed prior to the start date and is paid at minimum wage.

Who We're Looking For

• This position is female-only, in accordance with The Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9 Part 1
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and shadowing will be provided
• A compassionate, reliable, and committed individual
• Someone who respects privacy and confidentiality
• Comfortable working in a home with a cat (no allergies)
• Commitment to long-term, person-centred care

Join a Team That Cares

At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair recruitment and ensuring all staff are vetted, trained, and supervised to the highest standards.

Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying for this vacancy.

If you're dedicated to making a meaningful difference, apply today!