Support Worker

Leonard Cheshire; Shanklin; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays +1

Access up to 40% of pay before payday

Blue Light Card

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health cash plan

Career development

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part‑time Appley Community Support worker to help people with varying abilities live independently at home. The role includes personal care, mealtime support, and helping people access appointments and activities.

You will work 22.5 hours per week across a rota including weekends, with enhanced night/weekend pay and a comprehensive benefits package. No formal care experience is required as full training is provided.

Qualifications

• No formal care experience required; full training provided.
• Need to be warm, compassionate and reliable.
• Ability to work across a rota including weekends and sleep‑ins.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks such as personal care and meals.
• Encourage independence using a person‑centred approach.
• Accompany individuals to appointments and activities.
• Keep clear, accurate records of care
• Support people to live life on their own terms.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Communication

Teamwork

Personal care experience

Job description

£13.38 per hour | Part-time | Appley Community Support

“It’s like watching mini-miracles happen here every day.”

That’s how one of our team describes the difference they make. If you’re kind, compassionate, and ready to help others live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

We offer supported living options for people with varying abilities to live wherever and however they choose. Our services support people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments and learning disabilities to live independently in their own home.

We offer part time hours, working 22.5 hours per week.
You’ll need to be flexible to work across weekdays, weekends and sleep‑in shifts as part of a rota.

Typical shifts may include:

• Day shifts: [e.g. 7am - 3pm or 2pm - 10pm]

Why you’ll love working here

As well as supporting your wellbeing and career development, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 day every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support

Enhanced pay: £1.00 per hour will apply to night working (8pm Monday to 7am Friday) and weekend working (8pm Friday to 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep‑Ins.

What you’ll do

• Support with daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication
• Encourage independence through a person‑centred approach
• Accompany people to appointments, events, and community activities
• Keep clear, accurate records
• Most importantly – help each person live life on their own terms

No previous care experience? No problem – we’ll give you all the training you need.

What helps you shine here

• Warm, friendly, and empathetic approach
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Personal care experience (helpful, but not essential)
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference

Whether you’re experienced or brand new to care, our comprehensive induction and training will help you thrive.

About Leonard Cheshire

For over 75 years, we’ve been supporting disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide specialist support across residential care, supported living, and respite services for people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments, and learning disabilities.

Our goal is simple: to create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home – giving people real choice and control over their lives.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.

Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.