Female Support Worker

Eleven Eleven Recruitment Ltd; Ottershaw; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Paid Enhanced DBS check

Flexible working opportunities

Paid annual leave

Award-winning training

Health & Social Care qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Recommend a Friend bonus

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Eleven Eleven Recruitment Ltd is recruiting on behalf of our client to join a compassionate team as a Female Support Worker in Ottershaw, Chertsey. You will support adults with learning disabilities, helping them live as independently as possible with dignity and choice.

This full-time role of 39 hours per week on a rota includes personal care, medication administration and promoting wellbeing. A full UK manual driving licence is essential, and the post is open to female applicants only as

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential.
• A full UK manual driving licence is essential due to location and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities in daily living, promoting independence, dignity and choice.
• Assisting with personal care and medication administration.
• Helping people access local community, activities and social engagements.
• Maintaining a safe, clean home and supporting individuals with managing finances where required.
• Encouraging relationships with family and friends and helping achieve personal goals.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Reliable

Flexible

Confident communicator

Willing to learn

Team player

Driving licence

Job description

Female Support Worker

Female Support Worker - Full Time (39 Hours)

Location: Ottershaw, Chertsey

Hours: Full time, 39 hours per week on a rota basis. Flexibility is required Monday to Sunday across all shifts.

Salary: £25,845 per annum (pro rata)

This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

A full UK manual driving licence is essential due to the location of the service and shift patterns.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Eleven 11 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for compassionate and dedicated Female Support Workers to join a supportive team in Ottershaw, Chertsey.

Whether you're an experienced Support Worker or looking for a rewarding career change, this is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities while developing a fulfilling career. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

About the Role

You’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities, Down syndrome and PICA, helping them to live as independently as possible while promoting dignity, choice and wellbeing.

This is a varied and rewarding role that involves supporting individuals with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, medication administration and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment.

The people you support enjoy leading active lives within their local community, taking part in activities such as baking, arts and crafts, visiting cafés, enjoying meals out and accessing local amenities. You’ll play an important role in helping them achieve their goals and enjoy meaningful experiences every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days are the same, but you’ll be:

• Supporting people with all aspects of daily living while promoting independence, dignity and choice.
• Assisting with personal care and medication administration.
• Supporting people to access their local community, hobbies and social activities.
• Encouraging and maintaining relationships with family and friends.
• Supporting individuals with managing their finances where required.
• Assisting with shopping, cooking and maintaining a clean, safe home environment.
• Helping people achieve their personal goals and celebrate their successes every day.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Caring, compassionate and reliable.
• Passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
• Comfortable providing personal care and administering medication following training.
• Flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts.
• A confident communicator and supportive team player.
• Willing to learn and undertake ongoing training.
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential.

Driving Licence: A full UK manual driving licence is essential due to the location of the service and shift patterns.

What Our Client Offers

• Early Pay - access part of your earned wages before payday.
• Paid Enhanced DBS check.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Award-winning training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities to gain recognised Health & Social Care qualifications.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
• Blue Light Card and employee discount scheme.
• Recommend a Friend bonus of up to £500.
• Free, confidential 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including counselling services.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.

As part of their commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.