Female Support Worker

HomeCare Direct; Preston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

24/7 support

Pension

Wellbeing support

Career development

Bank holiday pay

Job summary

HomeCare Direct in Preston is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help a client live independently with daily routines, 1:1 support, and personal care. You will assist with medication administration and seizure awareness while facilitating safe community involvement and meaningful activities.

The role requires flexibility for weekend shifts and working with a client who enjoys drives, parks, and outings with family. Prior care experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship)
• Calm, observant and responsive
• Care experience preferred
• Committed to safe, respectful and consistent support
• Knowledge of epilepsy and learning disabilities desirable

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support with daily routines and activities
• Personal care support
• Supporting with medication administration
• Seizure awareness and support in line with care plan
• Supporting community access, including drives, parks and shopping trips
• Encouraging independence and engagement in activities
• Promoting safety, wellbeing and consistency of care

Skills

Calm demeanor

Observant

Care experience

Safety minded

Job description

Preston, United Kingdom | Posted on 09/08/2026

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Hours: 24 hours Shifts: Monday to Sunday, flexibility required. This roleincludes working regular weekends as part of the rota. Days and shifts will bediscussed and agreed with the client, with advance planning wherever possible Location: Preston PR1

Love being out andabout, staying active and making a difference? Turn that into a rewardingcareer

If you enjoy helping people liveindependently while remaining connected to the activities and interests theyenjoy most, this could be the ideal role for you. As a Support Worker, PersonalAssistant (PA), or Healthcare Assistant (HCA), you will play an important rolein supporting an individual to maintain their independence, pursue theirinterests, and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

Meet Our Client

You will be supportinga woman in her 40s who lives at home with her family. She is looking forsupport to help her live a fulfilling and enjoyable life while staying safe andindependent. She has learning disabilities and epilepsy, so requires consistentsupport with her wellbeing and daily routines. She enjoys spending time in thecommunity, including going out for drives, visiting local parks and exploringlocal shops. She also enjoys an annual family holiday with her relatives

About the Role

• Providing 1:1 support withdaily routines and activities
• Personal care support
• Supporting with medicationadministration
• Seizure awareness andsupport in line with care plan
• Supporting communityaccess, including drives, parks and shopping trips
• Encouraging independenceand engagement in activities
• Promoting safety, wellbeingand consistency of care

About You

• Eligibility to Work in theUK: You must be eligible to work in the UK. Home Care Direct does not offersponsorship or work visas
• Calm, observant andresponsive
• Care experience preferred
• Committed to providingsafe, respectful and consistent support
• Knowledge of epilepsy andlearning disabilities is desirable
• Committed to providingsafe, respectful and consistent support

Why Join Us?

• Paidtraining including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
• 24/7support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
• Pensionand recognition for long service
• Wellbeingsupport including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunitiesfor career development
• Enhancedpay for Bank Holidays

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