Support Worker

Active Care Group; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Shadow shifts

Holiday pay

Nest pension

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Active Care Group’s Active Assistance division is seeking a caring Support Worker to help a client in Oswestry. You’ll provide compassionate, 1:1 or 2:1 support in the client’s home, supporting daily activities, personal care and community outings.

The role offers full time and part time options, comprehensive training, and ongoing support from a clinical care team. A willing attitude, reliability, and respectful communication are essential.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Passion for helping others and building trust with clients.
• Reliable, kind and patient with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support for the client in her home.
• Assist with meal preparation and light housekeeping tasks.
• Support with mobility, transfers and daily activities.
• Drive the client on community outings using a provided car where needed.
• Maintain dignity, privacy and respect at all times.

Skills

Care

Compassionate

Reliable

Team player

Willing to learn

Tools

Power wheelchair

Job description

Support Worker – Oswestry12-Hour Shifts | Full-Time or Part-Time | Day & Night Shifts AvailableAre you ready to make a real difference in someone’s life — and have a few laughs along the way?We’re on the lookout for a caring, fun, and reliable female Support Worker to join our team and support a lovely client in her own home in beautiful Oswestry.Join Active Assistance, one of the UK’s leading providers of complex care, and become part of something meaningful. In our Care in the Home team, we support people with spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and other complex needs — helping them live their best lives, at home.Meet Our ClientShe’s fun, friendly, and loves a good chat and a giggle!She lives with her mum, stepdad, and young daughter — and family time is super important to her. Whether it’s a trip out, a fresh haircut, or a scroll through social media, she’s all about enjoying the little things in life.Uses a power wheelchairLoves getting her hair and brows doneEnjoys visiting local attractions with her daughterGood banter and a sense of humour are a big plus!Vapes and is vape/smoker-friendlyDislikes untidiness, bad manners, or being left out of decisionsIf you're kind, polite, tidy, and love having a laugh — you'll fit right in!In this role, you’ll support one individual with complex needs, working regular weekly shifts to build a consistent, trusted care team. While hours are usually stable, the position is offered on a zero-hours contract as care packages can change.When You'll Be WorkingDay Shifts: 8am – 8pmWaking Night Shifts: 8pm – 8amFull-time & part-time availableSome weekend work requiredWhat You’ll Be DoingYou'll be part of a friendly care team providing 2:1 support for our client, helping with:Personal care (bed washing, dressing, hair washing)Passive exerciseBladder and stoma careMeal prepLight housekeeping (hoovering, laundry, etc.)Trips out & appointmentsMoving & handling (with a free-standing hoist)Bonus for drivers! A full, clean UK licence is required so you can drive her car on community outings.No experience? No worries! We provide full training, paid shadow shifts, and ongoing support to help you feel confident and ready.Our registered manager’s expectations for the ideal candidateAs a Registered Manager, I am looking for Support Workers who are:Dedicated – committed to providing high‑quality, person‑centred care and willing to go the extra mile for the people we support.Committed – reliable, consistent, and passionate about making a real difference every day.Caring – genuinely compassionate, with a natural desire to support, encourage, and uplift others.Kind – respectful, patient, and understanding, treating every individual with dignity and empathy.I expect Support Workers to work positively as part of a team, communicate openly and professionally, and uphold our values, policies, and standards of care at all times. A willingness to learn, reflect, and develop your skills is essential, as is putting the needs, choices, and rights of the people we support at the heart of everything you do.If this is you – APPLY TODAYWhat You’ll Get£12.75 – £13.75 per hour (DOE & qualifications)Full specialist training & shadow shiftsFlexible zero hour contract, regular shifts with rolling rotasAccrued holiday payAccess to our Active Learning Hub for e-learning & face-to-face trainingRecognition through our Active AwardsRefer a Friend and earn up to £1,500Ongoing support from clinical & care management teamsNest pension schemeSound Like You?We’re looking for female applicants only for this role (Genuine Occupational Requirement).At Active Assistance, we want everyone to feel welcome and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, just let us know and we’ll be very happy to discuss this with you.If you’re warm, reliable, and love making someone smile — apply today and join a team that truly cares. Take a look around the company https://activecaregroup.co.uk/