Specialist Care Support Worker - Winchester

Social Care in Action; Winchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate care provider in Winchester is seeking a Specialist Care Support Worker. In this role, you will support individuals with complex needs, ensuring their independence and dignity through person-centred care. Your responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks and promoting emotional wellbeing. The role offers competitive pay between £12.21 - £15.75 per hour, flexible shifts, and generous benefits including paid training and annual leave.

Benefits

6 weeks paid annual leave

Paid training time

Free QCF / Care qualifications

Blue Light Card discounts

Employer pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, or complex care.
• Ability to manage challenging behavior empathetically.
• Comfortable helping individuals maintain independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support for daily living tasks.
• Assist individuals in attending appointments and social activities.
• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with autism

Calm under pressure

Person-centred approach

Passion for helping others

Job description

We are currently recruiting compassionate, reliable, and experienced Support Workers to join our Specialist Care team in Winchester. This rewarding role involves providing person‑centred care and support to young adults, enabling them to live a fulfilling, independent, and meaningful life. If you are passionate about making a real difference and supporting individuals with complex needs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Please note: A full, valid, and clean UK driving licence is essential for this role.

About the Role: As a Specialist Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting an individual's social, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Working within SCA Care's values‑led framework, you will promote independence, dignity, and inclusion within the local community. This is a flexible position, offering long day or night shifts that may include weekdays and alternate weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting with daily living tasks such as personal care, cooking, cleaning, and domestic duties
• Assisting individuals to attend appointments, social activities, and community outings
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
• Supporting individuals to pursue their interests and hobbies (e.g. cooking, arts & crafts, gaming, music, dancing)
• Promoting positive behaviour and using de‑escalation techniques when required
• Supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and complex physical needs
• Working confidently in environments where pets (such as dogs) may be present

What We Are Looking For

• Has experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, or complex care
• Is calm, observant, and confident when managing challenging behaviour or sensitive situations
• Takes a person‑centred approach to care and support
• Enjoys helping people maintain independence and achieve their personal goals
• Is passionate about professional development and ongoing training
• Is comfortable supporting individuals with pets
• Holds a full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive pay: £12.21 - £15.75 per hour
• 6 weeks paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Guaranteed hour contracts available
• Paid training time (National Living Wage)
• Free QCF / Care qualifications (with pay enhancements above Level 2)
• Free branded uniform and lanyard
• Blue Light Card - national retail & online discounts
• Excellent Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Career development & progression opportunities

About SCA Care

Social Care in Action (SCA Care) provides high-quality Home Care, Live-in Care, Day Care, Extra Care, and Specialist Care services across Hampshire. Our mission is to empower people to live their best lives through compassionate, professional, and personalised support.

Important Information

• Enhanced DBS check required (provided by SCA)
• Applicants must be UK residents with the right to work in the UK
• We are unable to offer sponsorship
• Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence with access to their own vehicle
• Candidates must live within the local area