Female Support Worker

Independent Living Solutions Ltd.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A rewarding opportunity to support a child with Cerebral Palsy in Southampton. The role involves personal care, assisting with activities, and ensuring a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will possess experience in caregiving, particularly for children with disabilities, and exhibit essential qualities such as patience and empathy.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Training & support

Free DBS

Pension (qualifying)

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with disabilities.
• Comfortable with personal care.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including using Makaton or BSL.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to Bara.
• Assist with activities, outings, and maintain records.
• Transport Bara using your own vehicle.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

£15.00 per hour, Weekdays and £17.00 per hour, Weekends

Advertising End Date: Not Specified

About The Role

Note: Our client's do not offer sponsorship.

Location: Swaythling, Southampton (moving to Nursling, Southampton in August 2025)

Days & Hours: Permanent and Bank Hours available.

Term time: Monday-Friday - 7am–8.30am and Tuesday afternoon – 2.45pm-7.45pm. From September, hours may increase to 3 afternoons per week, with ad-hoc hours to cover absences. These hours can be shared between 2 people.

Typical bank shifts include: Afternoons 2.45pm-7.45pm, Saturdays 4-6 hours (e.g., 10am-4pm), occasional Friday or Saturday evenings (6.30pm-11pm), and school holiday hours.

School holidays: Full days, Monday-Friday between 8.00am-6.00pm. Saturday shifts as required.

Pay: £15.00 per hour on weekdays and £17.00 per hour on weekends.

Driver required? Essential. Must have own car, business insurance, and mileage paid. Will be using own vehicle to transport Bara and possibly her wheelchair adapted vehicle in the long term.

Essential Experience: Working with children with disabilities, personal care, and record keeping.
Desirable: Supporting clients in their homes, interest in therapy.

Accommodation (while on duty): 3-bedroom family home.

Interviews: Rolling basis. Apply promptly.

Start Date: ASAP, subject to employment checks.

About Bara

Bara, born in 2018, lives with her family. She has Cerebral Palsy affecting all limbs, requires support for transfers, and uses a specialist buggy outdoors. She communicates needs, is making progress with verbal language, and is supported by therapists. Your role involves personal care, supporting activities, outings, and occasional babysitting.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support Bara and her family. Patience, understanding, warmth, and effective communication are essential.

Pay and Benefits

• £15.00/hour weekdays, £17.00/hour weekends
• Training & support
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• Pension (qualifying)
• Free DBS

Additional support includes induction, training, supervision, and ongoing support from a Case Manager and HR.

Safeguarding

Committed to safeguarding. Requirements include proof of eligibility to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS.

About You

Ideal candidates will be female (due to personal care), experienced with Cerebral Palsy, signing (Makaton, Signalong, BSL), and comfortable working in Bara's home. Other qualities include empathy, professionalism, teamwork, confidentiality, communication skills, flexibility, and a full driving license.

About Us

ILS Case Management is a leading UK provider, supporting individuals with complex injuries. We offer comprehensive care and employment support, ensuring high standards and client-centered service.