Female Support Worker

Crooton; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization is seeking Female Support Workers in Clitheroe to empower individuals with learning disabilities. You will provide essential support, help develop new skills, and engage with the community. This full-time role offers flexible shifts and financial security with annualized hours. Applicants must have a driving license and experience in a care setting. Join a dedicated team that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals we support.

Benefits

28 days Annual Leave

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work scheme

Refer a Friend incentive

Early Pay option

Access to retail discounts

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with people with learning disabilities or in a similar care setting is essential.
• A valid Full UK Manual Driving Licence is required.
• Availability for flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• No visa restrictions for full-time positions.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals to live their chosen lives.
• Help people develop new skills and achieve personal goals.
• Provide personal, emotional, and practical support.
• Assist with household management and leisure activities.

Skills

Experience with learning disabilities

Compassionate personality

Creative problem-solving

Driving skills

Job description

Female Support Worker | Clitheroe & Surrounding Areas. Lancashire

Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire (Easily commutable from Accrington)

Salary: £12.60 per hour + £50 per night sleep‑in

Contract: Permanent, Full‑Time - 39 hours a week (2 Vacancies Available) Shift Pattern: Flexible across long shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins.

Are you ready to make a real difference?

Thera North is a unique organisation—we are led by people with a learning disability. Our vision is to prove that people with learning disabilities can be leaders in society. We are looking for two dedicated, full‑time Support Workers to join our inclusive team in Clitheroe.

Whether you are looking for a career change or have years of experience, we provide the security of a regular salary, nationally accredited training, and a supportive environment where your work truly matters.

The Role

No two days are the same. You will empower individuals to live the lives they choose, whether that is in their own homes or out in the community. Your responsibilities will include:

• Helping people develop new skills and achieve personal goals.
• Providing personal, emotional, and practical support.
• Assisting with household management, leisure activities, and travel.
• Driving mobility vehicles to ensure individuals stay connected to their community.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must meet the following criteria:

• Experience: Previous experience working with people with learning disabilities or in a similar care setting is essential.
• Driving Licence: A valid Full UK Manual Driving Licence is required (you will be driving mobility vehicles).
• Availability: Must be able to work a flexible rota including long shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins.
• Right to Work: We are seeking candidates without visa restrictions for these full‑time positions.
• Personal Traits: You are compassionate, confident, and a "self‑starter" who excels at creative problem‑solving.

Why Join Thera North?

• Financial Security: Annualised hours mean a guaranteed monthly salary regardless of shift patterns.
• Career Growth: Free nationally accredited training and opportunities for progression.
• Immediate Start: Fast‑track interview process (subject to DBS and references).

Great Benefits

• 28 days Annual Leave (pro‑rata).
• Free DBS check and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to £300.
• Early Pay: Access your wages before payday (T&Cs apply).
• Discounts: Access to thousands of retail discounts and a Health Cash Plan.

Note: This post is exempt under Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010; only female applicants will be considered.

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