Female Support Worker

HomeCareDirect; Lingwood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Pension

Staff support

Job summary

Home Care Direct is looking for compassionate Personal Assistants/Health Care Assistants to support a client with scoliosis, epilepsy, and visual impairment in Norwich (NR13).

You will provide 1:1 support, assist with mobility and daily tasks, and help manage health routines while promoting safety and wellbeing in the community.

Qualifications

• Caring, reliable and patient approach essential
• Eligible to work in the UK; no sponsorship offered
• Full UK Driving Licence essential – aged over 21 for insurance

Responsibilities

• Delivering 1:1 support throughout the day
• Assisting with mobility and daily living tasks
• Supporting with health routines, including epilepsy awareness and management
• Maintaining a clean and organized living environment
• Providing companionship and meaningful interaction

Skills

Caring

Reliability

Patience

Communication

Job description

2 Positions available – 30 hours per week and 16 hours per week

Full UK Driving Licence required – Over 21 for insurance purposes

Pay Rate:

£15.50 per hour

Shifts:

Flexibility Required
Mon – Fri 08:00 – 20:00, Saturday 14:00 – 16:00, Sunday 10:00 – 20:00

Location:

Norwich NR13

Be the Difference in Someone’s Day

If you’re compassionate, proactive Personal Assistant (PA) or Health Care Assistant (HCA) and great at supporting someone with full care needs, this could be the role for you.

Meet Our Client

Our client is a lovely young lady who has scoliosis, epilepsy and a visual impairment. She communicates verbally; however, her speech can sometimes be unclear. She also uses signs and Makaton to support her communication.

Due to poor balance, she requires support from two carers when walking outdoors and primarily uses a wheelchair when away from home. She relies on her support team to help keep her safe, promote her wellbeing and support her to access activities within the community.

About the Role

• Delivering personalised 1:1 support throughout the day
• Assisting with mobility and general day to day needs
• Supporting with health routines, including epilepsy awareness and management
• Helping to maintain a clean and well organised living environment
• Offering companionship and meaningful interaction

About You

• Caring, reliable and patient in your approach
• Eligible to work in the UK. Home Care Direct does not offer sponsorship or work visas
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential – over 21 for Insurance Purposes
• Experience with Challenging Behaviour and Learning Disabilities is essential
• Previous Care Experience is desirable
• Able to provide consistent support and build positive relationships
• Knowledge of epilepsy and autism is desirable

Why Join Us?

• Paid training including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
• 24/7 support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
• Pension and recognition for long service
• Wellbeing support including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for career development
• Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
• Enhanced sickness benefit

Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will be supported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.