Home Care Support Workers (Clement Court)

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Halifax is seeking a passionate Home Care Support Worker to join their team. You will provide care and support to individuals within their homes, focusing on dignity and independence. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. The role requires working 5 days a week on a rolling rota, including weekends. Enhancements may be paid for bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in individuals' lives.
• Ability to apply person-centred approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal hygiene needs.
• Prepare meals and assist with medication.
• Work within an established team of carers.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Excellent verbal and written communication

Initiative

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit a permanent Home Care Support Worker to work within the Clement Court Extra Care Housing Scheme.

Clement Court Extra Care Housing scheme provides Care and support to a number of individuals who live in their own apartments within Clement Court.

Responsibilities

You will work with an established team of carers placing emphasis on dignity and choice, promoting independence, and supporting individuals with personal hygiene needs, preparing meals and taking medication.

Person-centred approach

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference to Individuals Lives and are able to apply person centred approaches.

Qualities

• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude that will enhance the positive experiences of the individuals.
• Ability to demonstrate good practice in your work;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to use your own initiative and think creatively.
• A flexible approach to ensure we meet changing needs of the individuals we support and the service we provide.

Hours and working pattern

You will need to be available to work 5 days out of 7 days on a rolling rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays (for which enhancements are paid), between the hours of 7am -10pm. Additional hours are often available although this cannot be guaranteed.

Safeguarding and compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

Application timeline

Closing Date: 12 October 2025

Interviews: w/c 17 October 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

Organisation values

As part of our Vision (Vision link: https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.