Support Worker

Home Care Direct; Lewes; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in personalised care is seeking Support Workers to assist a vibrant young man with cerebral palsy. This role involves delivering tailored, person-centred care, requiring compassion and reliability, with various flexible shifts and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Ongoing support from a dedicated team

24/7 on-call support

Career development opportunities

Employee benefits including discounts

Long Service Awards

24/7 confidential wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Previous care experience required.
• Full UK driving license needed for day shifts.
• Committed to long-term, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and support with personal care.
• Assist with community activities and outings.
• Complete admin tasks and light household duties.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Flexible

Team Player

Job description

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Location: Peacehaven, Brighton, South East

Hours: Various – Days / Weekends

Pay: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour

Join HomeCareDirect – A Leader in Personalised Care

At HomeCareDirect, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care while offering our staff comprehensive training, career development, and ongoing support.

Why Work With Us?

Competitive Pay Rates

• Weekdays: £15.00 per hour
• Weekday Nights: £16.00 per hour
• Weekend Days: £16.00 per hour
• Weekend Nights: £17.00 per hour
• Bank Holidays:
• 5 days paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• 3 days paid at 2x hourly rate
  
  

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Regional Care Lead & Nurse
• 24/7 on-call support
• Career development & personal growth opportunities
• Employee benefits, including:
• Blue Light discount card
• Long Service Awards
• PA of the Quarter Awards
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing support (Spectrum Life)
  
  

About The Role

We are seeking compassionate, reliable and dedicated support workers to join a small, dynamic care team assisting a vibrant young man in his early 30s with cerebral palsy. He is full of energy, loves being active in the community and thrives with the right support.

You will work on a 2:1 basis, delivering tailored, person-centred care in his home and out in the community.

Your Key Responsibilities

Administering medication

Moving & handling (hoist use required)

Gastrostomy & personal care

Supporting with community activities & outings

Completing admin tasks & light household duties

Training & Support

We provide fully paid, high-quality training to CQC standards, including:

Full induction & ongoing development

Safeguarding Adults

Health & Safety / First Aid / Food Hygiene

Moving & handling (hoist use)

Administration of medication via PEG

Gastrostomy care & pressure area care

Epilepsy awareness

All training must be completed prior to start date and is paid at £15.00 per hour

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Day shifts: Full UK driving licence required
• Previous care experience (essential)
• Reliable, flexible & willing to cover shifts when needed
• Friendly, energetic & a great team player
• Committed to long-term, person-centred care
  
  

Benefits

Be Part of a Team That Truly Cares

At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair, and high-quality recruitment. Our staff are vetted, trained, and supported to ensure they can provide exceptional, compassionate care.

Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying for this vacancy.

If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today!

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  Entry level

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