Female Support Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; London; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Female Support Worker for a supported living home in New Barnet, North London. The role involves providing personal care, medication administration, and encouragement towards independence for residents. With comprehensive training provided, candidates will work flexible shifts in a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression and enhanced benefits.

Benefits

30 days paid Annual Leave

Learn to Drive scheme

High Street Discounts

Enhanced DBS check paid for

Salary advance scheme

Qualifications

• Confident working with individuals with mental health needs.
• Previous experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support with daily living activities.
• Administer medication and manage personal care.
• Support individuals in maintaining routines and independence.

Skills

Resilience

Emotional awareness

Independence

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Female Support Worker – Supported Living

• New Barnet, North London
• Full time – 37.5 Hours per week
• £12.31 per hour

Shifts - 7:00am–10:00pm, including: 7:00am–2:30pm, 2:30pm–10:00pm and sleep-in shifts (1–2 per week). You must be flexible to work a variety of shifts including alternate weekends.

We are currently recruiting for a female Support Worker to join a supported living home in New Barnet, North London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a well-known area, just a short walk from New Barnet Rail Station and close to High Barnet Underground Station (Northern Line), offering easy access across the city.

About our home

This is a female-only supported living home for four women aged in their 20s and 30s. The people we support are all independent in different ways and enjoy a wide range of hobbies and interests. Staffing levels range from one to three team members per shift, depending on individual support needs. This includes both 1:1 and 2:1 support, so you should be confident and capable of working independently when required.

The people we support are social and enjoy being active. Interests include horse riding, swimming, ceramics, drama groups, and volunteering. One individual attends church, and another has a part-time voluntary job. The home has a fun, upbeat atmosphere and is best suited to someone who is energetic, resilient, and has a good sense of humour.

Your Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support with daily living. This includes:

• Full personal care, including support for one individual with a MIC-KEY button (training provided).
• Medication administration.
• Meal preparation, encouraging individuals to participate in cooking and make healthy choices.
• Supporting individuals attend appointments and maintain routines.
• Promoting independence while being responsive to emotional and mental health needs

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Resilient, emotionally aware, and able to maintain a positive attitude.
• Confident working with individuals with mental health needs.
• Energetic, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable supporting people with a range of communication styles and needs.

Previous experience is welcome but not essential—full training is provided.

Benefits!

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work.
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata).
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us).
• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Industry leading training.
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us.
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.

How do I apply?

Click “Apply Now” to complete a short application – we look forward to hearing from you!

• Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
• Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.
• An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by Dimensions).
• We welcome applicants with the right to work in the UK and value workforce diversity.
• As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
• We offer application support and reasonable adjustments—contact our Resourcing Team on 0300 303 9150.
• BSL videos are available for all recruitment communications.

Salary / Benefits:£12.31 Per Hour