Female Support Worker - Driver's Only

Support Solutions; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Support Solutions in Harrogate is recruiting Female Support Workers to join our Harrogate team, supporting individuals in their own homes and communities with person-centred care.

You’ll form consistent relationships with the same clients, provide daily living assistance, help with meals, transport, and community access, and work with a friendly team offering full training and progression.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• A genuine desire to care for and support others.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Female applicants only due to the nature of the support provided.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and support with daily routines.
• Meal preparation and practical assistance.
• Supporting access to the community, appointments, and activities.
• Encouraging independence and confidence.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.
• Helping individuals achieve outcomes that are important to them.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to learn

Genuine care for others

Reliability & professionalism

Full UK driving licence & access to a

Job description

IMPORTANT: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Are you looking for a career where you can genuinely make a difference every day? At Support Solutions, we believe that great Support Workers aren't defined by experience - they're defined by compassion, reliability, and a desire to help others live fulfilling and independent lives. We're recruiting Female Support Workers to join our Harrogate team, supporting individuals in their own homes and within their communities.

About The Role

You’ll provide person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs, goals, and preferences. Unlike many care roles, you’ll regularly support the same clients, giving you the opportunity to build meaningful professional relationships and provide consistent, high-quality care.

• Personal care and support with daily routines
• Meal preparation and practical assistance
• Supporting access to the community, appointments, and activities
• Encouraging independence and confidence
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Helping individuals achieve outcomes that are important to them

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication skills
• A willingness to learn
• A genuine desire to care for and support others
• Reliability and professionalism
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Female applicants only due to the nature of the support provided. This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

Care Academy

• Enhanced induction training from day one
• Practical, hands-on learning
• Ongoing mentoring and support
• Opportunities to complete up to a Level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care
• Clear progression routes into senior and specialist positions

Whether you're starting your first job in care or changing careers entirely, we'll support you every step of the way.

Pay Rates

• £12.71 per hour for candidates with no previous care experience during the six-month probation period
• Increasing to £13.32 per hour following successful completion of probation
• £13.32 per hour from the start of employment for candidates with two years or more of care experience

Working Hours

Our services operate between 7:00am and 11:00pm, seven days a week. You'll receive set shifts on a two-week rolling rota, providing consistency and helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance while ensuring continuity of care.

Why Join Support Solutions?

• Meaningful, person-centred work
• Regular clients and relationship-based support
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Full training and qualifications
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference in your local community

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check