Support Worker

The Wilf Ward Family Trust; Hambleton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Competitive pay

Induction and training

Supervision and development

Career progression

Supportive environment

Job summary

The Wilf Ward Family Trust is seeking diligent Support Workers for part-time roles across York. You will provide person-centred support to adults with diverse needs, helping them live independently and engage with the community. The roles involve varied shifts and a focus on safety, dignity and personal goals.

Previous experience in care is helpful, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential. Driving licence preferred as roles may involve travel between sites in York.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in support work or complex care is beneficial, but a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to person-centred support are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks and health needs.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice and respect.
• Support individuals to access the community, enjoy activities and achieve personal goals.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and clinical guidance.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across our York services.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Reliable

Professional

Strong communication

Team player

Flexible shifts

Willing to learn

Independence support

Positive attitude

Job description

Support Workers Wanted – York

Part-Time Opportunities Available

Make a difference. Support independence. Build your career.

Are you caring, compassionate and passionate about helping others? We’re looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our growing teams across York!

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and other health conditions, supporting them to live safe, fulfilling and independent lives.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Up to 33 days’ annual leave per year, including bank holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive pay
• Paid induction and comprehensive training, including complex care
• Ongoing supervision and professional development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing service
• A supportive, inclusive and welcoming working environment
• The opportunity to help shape a developing service and make a real difference every day

Current Vacancies Across York

We have the following opportunities available:

• Clifton Moor: 2 part-time positions – 24 hours per week each
• Monks Cross: 1 part-time position – 20 hours per week

Shift Patterns

Our roles involve a varied shift pattern, including:

• Early shifts
• Late shifts
• Sleep-in shifts
• Weekend working

Flexibility is essential to ensure we meet the needs of the people we support.

Key Responsibilities

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks and health needs.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice and respect.
• Support individuals to access the community, enjoy activities and achieve personal goals.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and clinical guidance.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across our York services.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

• Caring, compassionate and respectful.
• Reliable, professional and enthusiastic.
• Strong communicators and team players.
• Flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts.
• Passionate about helping others achieve greater independence.
• Keen to learn, develop and build a rewarding career in care.

Previous experience in support work or complex care is beneficial, but a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to person-centred support are essential.

Driving Licence Preferred

A driving licence and access to a vehicle are preferred, as the role may involve travelling and cross-working across our services throughout York.

Join our growing team and help people across York live safe, fulfilling and independent lives.

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We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. Please be aware it’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record: When you need to tell someone about your criminal record - GOV.UK