Female Support Worker

Keyline Care; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-person training

Personal development opportunities

Casual dress

28 days annual leave

Supportive management

Job summary

Keyline Care invites compassionate individuals to join our team as Support Workers in our Loughborough-based Supported Living settings. You will help adults with complex needs lead safe, independent lives, supporting daily routines, confidence and personal growth.

We offer 36 hours per week, £13.50 per hour, in-person training, development opportunities, casual dress and 28 days leave. Applicants must be 18+, have right to work in the UK, and be able to communicate in English; female applicants

Qualifications

• Minimum one year's experience in a support or care role.
• 18 or over.
• Right to work in the UK.
• English proficiency for communication and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence, dignity and respect at all times.
• Assist with daily living activities including medications and meals.
• Support social inclusion and community involvement.
• Monitor wellbeing and follow person-centred plans.
• Maintain accurate daily records and reports.

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Team player

Empathy

Job description

Are you ready to make a real difference in someone's life

Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.

We are inviting compassionate, committed individuals to join our team of Support Workers in our Supported Living settings. This is a rewarding and meaningful role, supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge, helping them lead safe, independent, and fulfilling lives.

You'll play a vital part in helping the people we support to live with independence and purpose. This includes assisting with everyday routines, building confidence, and creating opportunities for personal growth and enjoyment.

Location: Loughborough

Job Type: Full-Time (36 hours per week)

Salary: £13.50 per hour

Shifts: Days and Waking Nights - includes weekend and bank holiday working

What We Offer

• £13.50 per hour.
• 36-hour Full-Time Contract.
• Comprehensive in-person training to set you up for success.
• Personal development and progression opportunities.
• Casual Dress - no uniform required.
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Supportive management.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum one years' experience in a support or care role.
• Confident working with individuals with complex needs or behaviours that challenge.
• Strong communication skills and emotional resilience.
• A passion and drive to make a difference.
• A team player with a proactive, person-centred approach.

Requirements

• Must be 18 or over.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.
• This post is open to female applicants only, as the role involves providing support to an individual for whom this is an assessed and documented genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What You'll Be Doing

• Promote and support independence, choice, dignity and respect at all times.
• Supporting individuals with their daily living activities, including medication, meals, shopping, budgeting, household tasks, and may also include personal care.
• Encourage social inclusion and confidence in the community.
• Monitor and promote individuals physical and mental wellbeing.
• Follow and implement person-centred support plans.
• Support individuals with their personal goals.
• Use your experience and training to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
• Work collaboratively with your team to maintain consistent, high-quality support.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date daily records, reports and incident forms.

About Us

We are committed to ensuring that individuals who use our services receive great enabling support from a team of highly trained and engaged staff in environments that are homely and comfortable.

We are like family. Our team is small and friendly, with over 110 years of combined experience in social care and a passion for providing care that works for every individual. We know that care isn't one size fits all and that's why we work to create and maintain fantastic relationships with our service users, founded on trust and respect.

Independence, Wellbeing and Potential is at the core of everything we do - we keep our values close to heart.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals they support.

Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines.

Why wait