Extra Care Support Worker - Lymington (Female Only*)

SCiA Group; New Forest; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

SCiA Group is seeking a full-time Support Worker for its Extra Care Scheme in Lymington. The role involves promoting independence, providing personal care, and assisting with daily routines. Ideal candidates will have a caring attitude and a passion for supporting others, with full training provided.

Benefits

Paid day off on your birthday

6 weeks paid holiday

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Paid training (National Living Wage)

Guaranteed hour contracts available

Pay enhancements for qualifications over level 2

Free training & comprehensive training packages

Free branded workwear and lanyard

Access to a Blue Light Card for discounts

Employer contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Personality and passion are prioritized over formal education.
• Caring experience is ideal but not mandatory.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence and assist with daily routines.
• Provide personal care with respect and sensitivity.
• Engage in household tasks like cleaning and cooking.

Skills

Caring experience

Communication

Empathy

Job description

Social Care in Action is currently supporting people in our Extra Care sites to ensure they stay safe and well. We currently have opportunities for a Support Worker to work full-time at our Extra Care Scheme in Lymington, Barfields Court. Part-time hours may be considered.

Shift Schedule:

• Mornings: 07:00–14:00
• Evenings: 16:00–21:15
• Long day shifts are also available, including a one-hour break.
• Waking Nights: 21:00–07:00

Work is scheduled on a rota basis, with availability required every other weekend.

About You

For us, personality and passion come before education. Caring experience is ideal but what matters most is having the right attitude and values. You’ll be supported by your SCA Care colleagues and the wider Social Care in Action family, with full training provided.

About the role

Our Extra Care Schemes support individuals to remain in their own homes with person-centred care, enabling independence while respecting their choices and human rights. We work closely with agencies including CQC, adult services, local GP practices, and the community.

Joining our team means making a positive impact on the lives of those we support. Our schemes feature self-contained homes, and we support tenants to enable self-care and independent living.

Your role as a Support Worker involves:

• Promoting independence and assisting with daily routines.
• Identifying opportunities for social inclusion and community participation.
• Providing personal care with respect and sensitivity.
• Participating in household tasks like cleaning, cooking, and laundry, encouraging tenants to join in.
• Engaging in conversations and building rapport.

A detailed job description is available upon request and will be provided during the recruitment process.

About Us

SCA Care is committed to enhancing lives through quality care services, including Home Care, Live-in Care, Extra Care, and Specialist Care. We focus on promoting independence and well-being with a skilled team providing personalized, empathetic support.

Benefits

• Paid day off on your birthday.
• 6 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays).
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Paid training (National Living Wage).
• Guaranteed hour contracts available.
• Pay enhancements for qualifications over level 2.
• Free training & comprehensive training packages, including QCF qualification.
• Free branded workwear and lanyard.
• Access to a Blue Light Card for discounts.
• Employer contributory pension scheme.

Additional Information

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, which SCA will obtain for you.

SCA is an equal opportunities employer valuing diversity. We welcome applications from Black, Asian, and Ethnic Minority backgrounds.

We are Disability Confident Committed and will interview all applicants who disclose a disability and meet the minimum criteria.

Applicants must currently reside in the UK and be eligible to work here. We cannot accept applications requiring sponsorship or from outside the local area.

*Genuine occupational requirement under part 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.