Support Worker

SeeMeHired; Garforth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Ongoing guidance and support

Supportive team

Job summary

SeeMeHired in Garforth, United Kingdom, is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. You will help with daily living tasks, personal care where required, and encourage independence while respecting individual plans.

No prior experience needed; full training provided. A full UK driving licence is desirable but not required; flexible day, night, and weekend shifts are available; you must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy are essential for supporting adults with varied needs.
• No prior experience required; attitude and values matter most.
• Good communication and listening skills are important.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work well in a team.
• Willingness to learn and follow individual plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks and personal care as required.
• Encourage participation in activities and community access.
• Follow individual support plans and agreed approaches.
• Support independence and development of life skills.
• Respond calmly to distress and monitor wellbeing.
• Assist with meals, grooming, errands and household tasks.
• Support with medication and attending health appointments.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex support needs
• Providing person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs, preferences and goals
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice and personal wellbeing
• Supporting individuals with daily living tasks and personal care, where required
• Encouraging and supporting people to access their local community and take part in activities they enjoy
• Supporting individuals to develop life skills, confidence and independence
• Following individual support plans, risk assessments and agreed approaches
• Responding calmly, positively and safely when individuals may display behaviours of distress
• Building positive, trusting relationships with the people we support
• Working collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated team, Supporting individuals with their personal care and daily routines
• Assisting with everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and household activities
• Supporting individuals to take their medication safely and attend health appointments
• Encouraging meaningful activities, hobbies, social opportunities, and community involvement
• Providing reassurance, emotional support, and positive companionship
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice, and control
• Following individual support plans and agreed ways of working
• Supporting people to develop their skills and achieve their personal goals
• Responding calmly and positively when someone is experiencing distress
  We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

A full UK driving licence is desirable due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support., We are looking for kind, reliable and motivated Support Workers to join our friendly and supportive team., You don't need previous experience in a support role. What matters most is your attitude, values and willingness to learn. We're looking for people who are:

• Kind, patient, positive and respectful
• Good communicators who can listen and understand individual needs
• Reliable, responsible and flexible
• Calm and able to respond appropriately to challenging or unexpected situations
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling and meaningful lives
• Willing to learn, develop and follow individual support plans and agreed approaches

Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs is desirable but not essential. We provide full training, ongoing guidance and support, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin or develop their career as a Support Worker.,

• Patience, empathy, and understanding
• Good communication and listening skills
• A calm, reliable, and positive approach
• Respect for individual choice, dignity, and independence
• The ability to build trusting and positive relationships
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills, and follow support plans
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference in someone's life
  Flexibility is essential, with a mixture of day, night and weekend shifts available:
• Day Shift: 07:30 - 21:30
• Night Shift: 21:15 - 07:45