Support Worker

Homecare Gurus Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the East Midlands is seeking Support Workers to join their dedicated team supporting young people with learning difficulties and complex healthcare needs. Prior experience in a similar role and a Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare are preferred. The role offers the chance to engage in meaningful work, with various shifts available to suit different lifestyles. Interested candidates should apply by sending their CV to the provided email.

Benefits

Referral programme

Opportunities for further training and progression

Supportive teams

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Support Worker or in a similar healthcare role is preferred.
• Valid UK Driver's License.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with learning difficulties and complex healthcare needs.
• Work collaboratively in supportive teams across various locations.

Skills

Experience working with young people with learning difficulties and complex needs

Understanding of therapeutic and positive behaviour support approaches

Ability to support non-verbal communication (e.g., Makaton or PECS)

Strong communication skills

Empathy and a genuine desire to help others

Education

Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Mandatory Training or Care Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker

Company: Homecare Gurus Ltd

Location: Various locations

Pay: £14.00 - £17.00 per hour

Job Description

We are thrilled to offer rewarding opportunities within our 10 specialist residential services supporting children and young people with learning difficulties and complex healthcare needs. If you are passionate about making a real impact, we would love to hear from you!

✨ Available Shifts

• Day Shifts
• Waking Nights
• Flexible options to suit your lifestyle.

💡 Who We Support

• Young people with:
• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ADHD
• Learning difficulties
• Complex healthcare needs
• Challenging behaviours
• Communication needs
• Those requiring therapeutic, person-centered approaches

📘 Essential Skills & Training

• Experience working with young people with learning difficulties and complex needs
• Understanding of therapeutic and positive behaviour support approaches
• Mandatory Training or Care Certificate (including practical Moving & Handling)
• Oliver McGowan Training
• Safeguarding Children
• Medication Awareness
• Ability to support non-verbal communication (e.g., Makaton or PECS)
• Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

💙 Why Join Us?

• Supportive teams across all locations
• Meaningful, life-changing work
• Opportunities for further training and progression
• A chance to be part of young people’s everyday growth and success

🌈 Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and become part of a passionate, committed team creating safe, nurturing homes for young people across the West Midlands. Please send your cv to [e-mail]

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Support Worker or in a similar healthcare role is preferred.
• Valid UK Driver's License
• Empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Mandatory training certifications in areas such as first aid, health and safety, and safeguarding.

Benefits

• Referral programme