Respite Care Worker - 30h (Adult Disability Support)

Direct Services Department - Leicestershire County Council; Wigston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Direct Services Department - Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Support Worker for 30 hours per week in Wigston. You will provide person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical or sensory impairments in a respite setting, with training and supervision available.

The role offers a supportive team within a large public sector organisation, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate commitment to high quality care and independence, and adherence to safeguarding and local regulations.
• Ability to use equipment to assist with moving and handling and support complex needs; willing to attend training.
• Effective communication, including alternative methods (Makaton, pictures, signs).
• Strong organisational skills to manage workloads, prioritise tasks and stay calm under pressure.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends/bank holidays and meetings outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day support to adults with disabilities in a supported living setting.
• Provide assistance with personal care and promote choice and independence.
• Support service users with complex needs and participate in training as required.
• Maintain clear, concise records using IT systems.
• Be responsive to changing needs of a 24/7 service and work with a rota.

Skills

Communication skills

Moving and handling

Independence support

Teamwork

IT literacy & record keeping

Flexibility

Job description

Direct Services Department - Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Support Worker for 30 hours per week in Wigston. You will provide person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical or sensory impairments in a respite setting, with training and supervision available.

The role offers a supportive team within a large public sector organisation, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and generous annual leave.