Female Support Workers

ILS Case Management; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services organization in Huntingdon is looking for experienced Support Workers to assist young adults with Cerebral Palsy. Responsibilities include supporting daily living, promoting independence, and collaborating with a care team. Driving is essential, and candidates should have a compassionate approach. Competitive pay rates and benefits are provided, including ongoing training and support.

Benefits

On-going training & support

5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata

Pension (subject to qualifying status)

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Essential: Supporting young adults in their own home.
• Desirable: Experience working with young adults with trauma and an interest in therapy.
• Driver required: Essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Hannah in daily living.
• Promote Hannah’s learning, wellbeing, and independence at home.
• Ensure all care provided is safe, effective, and person-centred.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Job description

Overview

Location: Huntingdon, PE28 (will be moving to St Neots PE19)

Days & Hours: 3 Support Worker roles available for days, nights and weekends.

Start date: ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks). Interviews will be on a rolling basis and the advert will close when sufficient applications have been received.

Role details

Support Worker 1 Term Time – Mon 8pm-8:15am, Fri 8pm-8:15am and Sun 8am-8:15pm = 36.75 hrs/week

Support Worker 1 School Holiday – 2 extra Tue & Wed 8am-4pm = 44.75 hrs/week

Average of 38.75 hrs/week

Support Worker 2 Term time – Wed & Sat 8pm-8:15am = 24.5 hrs/week

Support Worker 2 Holiday – Tue & Fri 8am-4pm = 40.5 hrs/week

Average of 28.5 hrs/week

Support Worker 3 Term Time and Holiday – Tue & Thurs 8pm-8:15am, Sat 8am-8:15pm = 36.75 hrs/week

Pay and benefits

Pay: £14.50 days, £15.50 weekends, Sleep in Nights NLW (currently £12.21 for aged 21+), Bank holidays at 1.5x the hourly rate.

Benefits:

• On-going training & support provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
• Pension (subject to qualifying status)
• Free DBS check

Requirements

Driver required? Essential

Driving Clients Car? Yes, Wheelchair adapted vehicle, automatic.

Using Own Vehicle for work purposes? Yes, on duty and to attend training

Essential: Supporting young adults in their own home. Supporting adults with Cerebral Palsy

Desirable: Experience working with young adults with trauma and an interest in therapy

Accommodation (while on duty): Carer facilities

About the client

Are you an experienced support worker looking to make a real difference in someone’s life?

Introducing Hannah. Hannah is a bright, intelligent young woman born in 2005, with a strong interest in learning and a love for staying active. She lives at home with her family and has a close relationship with her brother. She is currently attending university and enjoys learning, listening, swimming, socialising, and attending community activities.

Hannah has a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy affecting all four limbs. She uses an AAC Grid 3 for communication; you will need to allow time to answer questions. A team of Support Workers is in place; transfers and personal care require 2:1 assistance to maintain Hannah’s comfort.

Role responsibilities

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Support Hannah in daily living
• Promote Hannah’s learning, wellbeing, and independence at home and in the community
• Ensure all care provided is safe, effective, and person-centred
• Be part of a supportive care team and help maximize Hannah’s opportunities toward independence

Qualities and opportunities

The role is ideal for someone who communicates clearly and confidently, with patience, empathy, warmth, and compassion.

You will receive induction, relevant training opportunities (including The Care Certificate), regular clinical supervision/review meetings, and ongoing support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR department.

Safeguarding and equality

Safeguarding: ILS is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. The role requires:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references, including your last employer
• An enhanced DBS certificate (a conviction will not necessarily prevent employment)

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications are welcome regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, marriage and civil partnerships, religion and belief. If a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement under applicable law.