Female Support Worker

United Response; Bristol; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Wellbeing days

Bank holiday pay

Discount Card

Occupational health

Job summary

United Response in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Female Support Worker for up to 15 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 9:30am–4:00pm, to support a person in their 40s to live as independently as possible.

The role requires a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle, and DBS checks. Experience in social care and availability during school holidays are essential. Training on Nourish app will be provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence with access to own vehicle.
• Experience in supporting people or working in a social care setting.
• Availability during school holidays.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the person with daily living tasks to maintain independence.
• Assist with shopping, meals, keeping the home clean, and managing payments.
• Communicate effectively with family and professionals, both verbally and in writing.
• Use the Nourish app to record care plans and progress.

Skills

Driving licence

DBS check

Social care experience

School holidays availability

Tools

Nourish app

Job description

Role: Female Support Worker

Location: Bristol, Downend

Salary: £13.25 per hour (plus excellent benefits)

Hours: 15 hours per week, 3-4 hours per day, Monday to Thursday

You must hold a Full UK Driving licence and have access to your own vehicle to be considered for this role

Please note our organisation is currently unable to sponsor visas for any positions

About the person you will support

We are looking for a kind and patient female support worker to support a person in their 40s to live as independently as possible. The person we support lives comfortably in their own one-bedroom flat and has a mild Learning Disability, Dyspraxia and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

We are looking for someone who will take the time to get to know them, listen to their needs and involve them in making plans. They enjoy having structure and routine and benefit from support and encouragement with daily living tasks.

It is important that support is provided at their own pace, as they do not like to feel rushed. They enjoy getting out into the countryside and taking part in their regular activities, including gardening and horse-riding. They also have support from their family, so being able to work positively and respectfully alongside family members is important.

About you

We are looking for someone to work up to 15 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, usually between 9:30am and 4:00pm. Experience of supporting people or of working in a social care setting and availability during school holidays is also required.

You will work mainly independently, supporting the person in line with their individual needs and preferences, as set out in their person-centred support plan.You will support the person with a range of everyday tasks, helping them to maintain their independence. This may include shopping, preparing meals, keeping their home clean and tidy, recording cash and card payments, and ensuring they have enough money for activities when needed. You will also need to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, family members and other professionals, both verbally and in writing.

As part of your role, you will be using a digital app called Nourish, where all care and support plans of the people we support are held. Experience of using a digital or mobile app would be desirable however full training will be given.

The needs of this service do require the successful applicant to hold a full manual UK driving licence with access to their own vehicle. The successful applicant will also be subject to an enhanced DBS check the cost of which to be met by United Response.

In return, we will help you build a rewarding career along with the following benefits;

• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay
• Two Wellbeing days per year because your health matters
• Time and half for bank holiday working
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave allowance, so you can balance your work and personal life.
• Our UR STARS recognition program rewards for individuals and teams who go above and beyond.
• Work place pension scheme
• Long service awards recognising loyalty to the people we support and the organisation
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

United Response is not just a social care provider – we're a well-respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, people with Autism and those with mental health needs. Our mission is to empower these individuals to live, work, and actively participate in their communities, free from discrimination and unnecessary obstacles. In everything we do, we strive to be Connected, Empowered, Driven and Bold.

United Responses’ culture of inclusion, and our focus on health and wellbeing and working models helps ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can be the best they can be. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity. We believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our organisation and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realise their full potential.

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to the Mindful Employer values and are a Disability Confident Leader, providing support to applicants with mental and or physical disabilities including guaranteeing an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement