Female Support Worker

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Job summary

A supportive organization in North East England seeks a Female Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities in their daily activities. This full-time role requires a full UK driving license and offers comprehensive training. The position includes a minimum of 28 days paid holiday, health cash plans, and additional employee benefits. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong values, flexibility, and a genuine passion for helping others.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Accredited training

Employer contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

£10,000 Life cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving license.
• Over 18 years old required.
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with daily living tasks.
• Support individuals with learning disabilities and Autism.
• Cover sleep-in shifts as needed.

Skills

Honest

Good Communicator

Strong Values

Flexible

Passionate

Self Motivated

Reliable

Caring

Inclusive

Job description

Female Support Worker

Hartlepool - Domiciliary care and Supported Living

Full Time: 39 hours per week

Salary £12.21 per hour

Driver required with a full UK license.

Are you passionate and have a genuine desire to help others and are looking for a rewarding career?

If so, come join our dedicated team and help support individuals to live an independent and fulfilling life. We deliver creative, dynamic, and person-centred services providing a range of individualised support to people living in supported living services, in their own homes, and out in the community.

About the role:

As a Domiciliary Support Worker, you will assist people with daily living tasks which may include domestic services, social support, personal care, support with medication, meal preparation, and managing finances.

You will also support activities within their local community and must be comfortable in all weather conditions, as many of the people we support lead active lives.

This role involves supporting individuals with varying levels of learning disabilities and Autism. You will also be required to cover sleep-in shifts.

The role may include various shifts, including mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends. Sleep-in shifts will include an allowance.

Previous experience is desirable, but not essential. We value enthusiasm and a can-do attitude, and full training will be provided. Part of your training will include shadow shifts with experienced staff.

Must be over 18 years old and hold a full UK driving license.

A DBS check for both adult and children will be required.

Benefits and Rewards:

• A minimum of 28 days paid holiday per year, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Accredited training to develop your skills
• Employer contributory pension scheme

Additional benefits include:

• Health Cash Plan (for full/part-time hours)
• £10,000 Life cover
• Employee Assistance Programme (including helpline, counselling, debt, financial, and legal support)
• Discounted goods and services via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing schemes
• Refer a Friend Incentive Bonus (terms apply)
• Recognition initiatives

Our Values:

Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, Excellence

Candidate Skills:

If you can circle 6 or more of the following skills, you could be the right fit:

• Honest
• Good Communicator
• Strong Values
• Flexible
• Passionate
• Self Motivated
• Reliable
• Caring
• Inclusive

Please note initial contact will typically be by email. Ensure you check your email folders regularly, including junk mail.

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fair recruitment, training, and promotion, and creating a respectful working environment. If you have a disability or individual needs, we will make reasonable adjustments to support your application and work.