Female Support Worker

Key Health; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service provider in the Derby Area is seeking Female Support Workers to deliver person-centred support for adults with learning disabilities and autism. The role involves promoting independence and wellbeing through practical, emotional, and personal care support. Candidates should exhibit excellent communication skills and a warm attitude towards clients. Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, is essential. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs is desirable.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including some weekends.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Build warm, trusting and professional relationships.
• Promote independence and personal growth.
• Support individuals with personal care and medication administration.
• Encourage participation in community activities.
• Work within person-centred plans.

Skills

Excellent communication and listening skills

Confidence and positive attitude

Emotional resilience

Ability to work independently

Warm, respectful approach

Job description

Female Support Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism (Derby Area)

Location: Derby (DE24)

Hours: Flexible shifts between 07:00–22:00 + optional sleep-ins

Salary: £12.30 per hour (Point 1)

Start Date: ASAP

Positions Available: 3 Female Support Workers

(Gender is an occupational requirement in line with service needs)

About the Role

We are recruiting Female Support Workers to provide person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs within a supported living environment.

Your role will focus on promoting independence, wellbeing and community inclusion. You will support individuals to live fulfilling, meaningful lives and develop their skills, confidence, and daily living abilities.

This involves a blend of practical, emotional and personal care support, including working with individuals who may present complex behaviours.

(Responsibilities reflect the duties listed on pp.2–4, including independence, dignity, personal care, community engagement, and challenging behaviour support.)

Key Responsibilities

• Build warm, trusting and professional relationships
• Promote independence, daily living skills, emotional wellbeing and personal growth
• Support with personal care, medication administration and domestic tasks
• Encourage participation in social, leisure and community activities
• Work within person‑centred plans and adapt support to changing needs
• Support individuals who may present challenging behaviours using appropriate strategies
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to support planning and reviews
• Safeguard service users and follow all health & safety requirements
• Work confidently during lone‑working shifts
• Provide support with mobility needs, including hoists and wheelchairs where required

Shifts Available

• 07:00–14:00 – 30 shifts
• 14:30–22:00 – 00 shifts
• 07:00–15:00 – 00 shifts
• 15:00–22:00 – 00 shifts

Sleep-in shifts may also be required. Shifts run 7 days a week and require flexibility.

Person Specification

We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:

• A warm, person‑centred, respectful approach
• Confidence and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a consistent team
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs (desirable)
• Ability to support with personal care and mobility where needed
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to delivering high‑quality support

Requirements

• Female applicants only (occupational requirement)
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including some weekends
• Willingness to complete mandatory training
• Experience with complex behaviours is beneficial

Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting people to live independent, meaningful lives and want to join a positive, supportive team—apply now for an immediate interview.