Specialist Care Support Worker – Southampton

SCiA Group; Southampton, New Forest; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing lives through quality care. This flexible part-time role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with varying needs. You'll provide essential daily support, encouraging independence and helping clients achieve their personal goals. With a focus on empathy and resilience, you'll be part of a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, and your contributions will be valued. If you have a passion for care and a commitment to making a positive impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid day off on your birthday

6 weeks paid holiday

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Paid training time

Guaranteed hour contracts

Pay enhancements for care qualifications

Free training package

Free branded workwear

Access to Blue Light Card

Employer contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced support worker with skills in autism and mental health support.
• Ability to manage challenging behavior and promote independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily tasks and promote their independence.
• Support customers in engaging with their favorite activities.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Compassion

Observation Skills

Person-Centered Support

Education

Relevant Care Qualifications

Tools

Driving License

Job description

We are currently looking for compassionate and reliable support workers to provide care for individuals within our Specialist Care service in Southampton area.

Our customers are looking for support in living fulfilling, independent lives and achieving their goals, and we need dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

This is a flexible part-time role, offering long day shifts (24 hours per week), which may include weekdays and weekends.

Given the nature of the role, candidates must hold a full, valid, and clean driving licence.

If you are passionate about supporting individuals to live a meaningful and independent life, we would love to hear from you!

About You:

You are an experienced, empathetic, and resilient support worker, committed to supporting individuals with a variety of needs, including autism, learning disabilities, mental health, and complex physical needs. You are compassionate, observant, and confident, especially when handling challenging behaviour or sensitive situations. You are skilled in monitoring changes in mood, developing techniques to calm or de-escalate situations, and supporting individuals in a person-centred way.

You enjoy helping individuals maintain their independence, supporting them through daily tasks, and encouraging them to pursue their interests and hobbies. You take pride in your work, whether it’s assisting with cooking, domestic duties, personal care, attending appointments, or engaging in social activities. You are eager to develop your career through ongoing training, learning, and relevant qualifications.

You are comfortable with animals (in some cases, you may be supporting individuals with pets like dogs).

About the Role:

As a member of our Specialist Care Support Team, you will make a positive difference in an individual’s life, helping them to meet their social, physical, and emotional needs. You will support them in their daily routines, encourage them to pursue their passions, and ensure they are able to be part of the local community. This will be achieved through a professional, positive, and person-centred approach in line with the values of SCA Care.

No two days are the same and you may:

1. Assist individuals with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, personal care, and attending appointments.
2. Support customers to engage in their favourite activities, whether that be cooking, arts, gaming, music, dancing, or social outings.
3. Promote independence, confidence, and emotional well-being, ensuring that each person is empowered to live a fulfilling life.
4. Help customers achieve their personal goals and aspirations, participating in social, emotional, and cultural activities in a person-centred way.
5. Be comfortable working in environments where pets, such as dogs, are present.

A full detailed job description is available upon request and will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

About Us:

SCA Care is dedicated to enhancing our customers’ lives through the delivery of quality-driven care services including Home Care, Live-in Care, Extra Care and Specialist Care. With a commitment to promoting independence and well-being, our skilled and experienced team provide round-the-clock assistance offering personalised support, designed empathetically to meet customers individual needs and to help them live their best lives possible.

Benefits:

• Paid day off on your birthday....so you can relax.
  
• 6 weeks paid holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Excellent Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Training time paid (National Living Wage)
• Guaranteed hour contracts, if that's what you would like.
• Pay enhancements for a care qualification over level 2 (50p uplift if you have Level 2 or higher qualification in Health and Social Care)
• Free training & comprehensive training package (including QCF qualification)
• Free branded workwear and lanyard
• Access to a free Blue Light Card (discounts in stores and online in large national retailers and local businesses)
• Employer contributory pension scheme

Please note:

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by SCA.

SCA is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds.

SCA is Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. SCA has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees.

SCA is based and operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Please note we will not be able to accept applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work or candidates who do not currently reside within the local area.