Support Worker

Prosperity Care and Wellbeing Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 645,000 - 806,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Specialist training

Career progression opportunities

Employee wellbeing support

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

DBS provided

Job summary

Prosperity Care & Wellbeing is seeking a friendly Support Worker to assist an 18-year-old young woman as she transitions into her own home and develops her independence. She has autism and experiences mental health challenges, so we are looking for someone patient, understanding and committed to providing personalised support.

The role is based in Abbeydale, Gloucester, with Day and Night contracts. Hours are 36-45 per week; pay is £13.00 per hour; Full UK driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Empathy, patience and strong commitment to person-centred care.
• Ability to work with individuals with autism and mental health challenges.
• Willingness to work across day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support an 18-year-old woman to develop independence and transition to her own home.
• Provide person-centred support while ensuring safety and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the care team; no personal care required.

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Abbeydale, Gloucester

Shift Pattern: Day and Night contracts available for this role.

Days: 7am-3pm, 3pm-10pm-7am – 10pm.

Nights: 10pm – 7am.

Hours: 36-45 hours per week

Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour

Sponsorship: Not available for this role

Driver Requirement: Full UK driving license required for this role

Make a Real Difference with an Award-Winning Care Provider

At Prosperity Care & Wellbeing, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional, person‑centred health and social care. We support adults with complex needs to live empowered, meaningful lives — and we invest just as deeply in the wellbeing, development, and success of our staff.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognised nationally:

• Large Business of the Year – C2S Business Awards 2026
• Best National Home Care Employer (UK) – Great British Care Awards 2025
• Excellence in Social Care Training – GCPA Awards 2024
• Culture & Diversity Award – Circle2Success Business Awards 2023
• Best Place to Work – Gloucestershire Live Business Awards 2022

About the Person You’ll Be Supporting & Your Role

We are looking for a bubbly, caring, and positive Support Worker to support an 18-year-old young woman as she transitions into her own home and develops her independence. She has autism and experiences mental health challenges, so we are seeking someone patient, understanding, and committed to providing person-centred support. She is a huge Taylor Swift fan, loves music, and adores her dog, so applicants must be comfortable working in a home where a dog is present. No personal care is required for this role.

What We’re Looking For

cliché – however we really are looking for people who care! We believe the qualities of a great Support Worker are being empathetic, supportive, resilient, respectful and courageous and that is all you will need to succeed within this role.

What We Offer

Alongside the satisfaction of making a real difference, you’ll receive:

• Comprehensive induction and specialist training
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Employee benefits, lifestyle savings & wellbeing support
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Online counselling and GP access
• Enhanced DBS provided

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Diversity strengthens our team, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with care and support needs and expect all staff to uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

Questions? Call our team on 0330 320 9144, Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm.