Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join our respite service for adults and young adults with mental health, learning disabilities, sensory impairments, physical disabilities and challenging behaviours.

You will assist with personal care, meals, household tasks, encourage independence, help people access the community, follow personalised care plans, support medication administration and maintain accurate records, while building

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, meals, and household tasks
• Promoting independence, confidence, and overall well-being
• Supporting individuals to access the community and engage in meaningful activities
• Following personalised care plans and behaviour support strategies
• Assisting with medication administration and accurate record-keeping
• Building trusting relationships through empathy, consistency, and professionalism

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker looking for a meaningful role? Join our team at our adult and young adult respite service, supporting individuals with mental health conditions, learning disabilities, sensory impairments, physical disabilities, and challenging behaviours.

We provide flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle, whether you’re seeking part-time or full-time hours. Make a real difference in the lives of the people you support while being part of a caring and professional team.

Your Role

• Assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks
• Promoting independence, confidence, and overall well-being
• Supporting individuals to access the community and engage in meaningful activities
• Following personalised care plans and behaviour support strategies
• Assisting with medication administration and accurate record-keeping
• Building trusting relationships through empathy, consistency, and professionalism

To protect the privacy and safety of the individuals we support, the postcode provided is for the nearest transport hub and does not represent the exact location of the service. The successful applicant will receive the full address prior to commencement of employment

Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service