Support Worker

1st Homecare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday

Employer-contributed pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Access to discounts via Reward Gateway

Job summary

1st Homecare is looking for a compassionate Support Worker in Leeds Outreach. In this part-time role, you will provide support to a diverse range of individuals with unique needs. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks and promoting independence. The position offers 25 flexible hours per week at £12.71 per hour and includes benefits such as 28 days paid holiday and fully accredited training. We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism and learning disabilities is desirable.
• Understanding behaviors that challenge is a plus.
• Must be flexible and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living tasks such as meal preparation.
• Promote independence and choice among individuals.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Understanding of mental health conditions

Experience supporting individuals with complex or forensic needs

Confidence working with safeguarding

Education

MAPPA training or similar

Job description

Support Worker

Leeds Outreach

£12.71 per hour

Part‑Time Hours Available, 25 hours per week

Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Are you a caring, motivated individual looking for more than just a job?

Do you want a role where no two days are the same, and where you can genuinely change lives?

If so, Real Life Options is looking for you to join our amazing team in Leeds Outreach.

About the Role

We support a diverse range of individuals in the community and in their own homes – each with their own unique needs and goals. You will generally spend your shift in one place and help people live more independently by supporting with:

• Daily living tasks (e.g. meal prep, personal care, budgeting)
• Social activities (e.g. swimming, gym, rugby games, concerts – sometimes during evenings)
• Building life skills and confidence
• Promoting choice, dignity, and independence
• Risk‑assessing situations and supporting positive behaviour

This is a person‑centred role, where you’ll be empowered to tailor your support to each individual’s needs, routines, and aspirations.

Who We Support

People with a variety of needs including:

• Autism & learning disabilities
• Mental health disorders & personality disorders
• Behaviours that challenge
• Forensic backgrounds

You’ll need to follow clear, structured support plans and work confidently both independently and as part of a team.

What We’re Looking For

Desirable Experience:

• Understanding of mental health conditions and behaviours of concern
• Experience supporting individuals with complex or forensic needs
• Confidence working with safeguarding, grooming behaviours, or MAPPA cases

Desirable Training:

• MAPPA training
• Anthony Bainbridge training (or similar)

Working Hours

Full availability required to work on rota covering days, evenings and weekends, 5 days per week.

• A variety of short and longer shifts
• Typical shift times between 8:00am and 9:30pm (some flexibility may be required)
• Lone working and shift work involved

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

What You’ll Get in Return

We value our team and offer a range of great benefits, including:

• 28 days paid holiday (pro‑rate for part‑time)
• Fully accredited training to help you thrive
• Employer‑contributed pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (incl. counselling & financial support)
• Access to discounts via our Reward GatewayCycle to Work Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Scheme
• Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus
• Staff Recognition Programmes

Our Values

We’re looking for someone who truly lives our values of: Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence

If you tick six or more of the qualities below, we’d love to hear from you:

• Honest
• Good Communicator
• Strong Values
• Flexible
• Passionate
• Self‑Motivated
• Reliable
• Caring
• Inclusive

Join Us

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know – we’re happy to help.